Question : Case Study 75
ABC Corporation is a well-known company with its shares listed on a stock exchange. The company's management is reviewing the concept of dematerialization.
Question :
In dematerialization, what replaces physical share certificates?
Option 1: Trading orders
Option 2: Dividend checks
Option 3: Electronic records
Option 4: Ownership deeds
Correct Answer: Electronic records
Solution : The correct answer is (c) Electronic records
In dematerialization, physical share certificates are replaced by electronic records. Dematerialization involves converting physical share certificates, which are paper-based, into an electronic format. The ownership and details of the shares are recorded electronically, and these electronic records are stored in a dematerialized or demat account. This process eliminates the need for physical share certificates and instead relies on digital records to represent ownership of shares.
