BCL – L1 – SA – Q14 – Legal Implications of Companies in Crisis

What is the purpose of bankruptcy proceedings?

A   Punishing company directors

B   Liquidating company assets to pay creditors

C   Reducing company taxes

D   Transferring ownership to employees

B

Explanation:

Bankruptcy proceedings aim to liquidate a company’s assets to pay creditors in an orderly manner. They do not punish directors (A), reduce taxes (C), or transfer ownership (D). Option B is correct.