When may cumulative preference holders gain votes (India)?
AOn any new share issue
BWhen dividends stay unpaid
CWhen profits pass a target
DWhen listing moves abroad
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. When dividends stay unpaid
Dividends left unpaid for a substantial time trigger voting rights for cumulative preferred shareholders under some corporate laws.
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