Question : Which of the following are the features and characteristics of debentures?
Option 1:
Debenture is a written document or certificate acknowledging debt by the company.
Option 2: Mode and period of repayment of principal and interest is fixed., it is borrowing of the company.
Option 3: Rate of interest on the debenture is specified. It is a practice to prefix 'Debentures' with the rate of interest. For example, if the rate of interest is 9%, the title of the debentures will be '9% Debentures'.
Option 4: All of the above
Correct Answer: All of the above
Solution : Answer = All of the above
Debentures are debt instruments issued by a company to raise funds. They are characterized by a written acknowledgment of debt, fixed repayment terms for principal and interest, and a specified rate of interest. These features make debentures a form of borrowing for the company, ensuring clarity and security for investors.
Hence, the correct option is 4.