alleryStart learning →An alternate for an independent director must be?
AA nominee director
BQualified as independent
CA large shareholder
DA key managerial person
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Qualified as independent
The first proviso to section 161(2) requires such a person to be qualified as an independent director.
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