Question : BG Ltd. issued 2,000, 12% Debentures of Rs. 100 each on 1st April 2012. The issue was fully subscribed. According to the terms of issue, interest on the debentures is payable half-yearly on 30th September and 31st March. Calculate the amount of interest to be written off at the end of the year from the statement of profit and loss account.
Option 1: Rs. 12,000
Option 2: Rs. 10,800
Option 3: Rs. 24,000
Option 4: None of the above
Correct Answer: Rs. 24,000
Solution : Answer = Rs. 24,000
Interest On Debentures = 2,00,000 X 12% = Rs. 24,000
Profit and loss A/ c Dr Rs. 24,000
To interest on debentures Account Rs. 24,000
Hence, the correct option is 3.



