Directors Appointment And Removal In Franklin
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In this article, we will outline the key provisions and proper steps to follow when removing a Director from office. Review the Company's Constitution. Provide Special Notice of Removal. Director's Right to Protest. Convene a General Meeting. Notify the Registrar of Companies. Post-Removal Obligations and Rights of Directors.
Form DIR 12 is required to be filed within 30 days of cessation with an attachment of resolution passed for cessation and resignation of the director. The company has the authority to remove a director provided the director was not appointed by the Tribunal or the Central Government.
The statutory process to remove a director At least 14 days before the shareholders' meeting, the directors must give notice to all shareholders of the meeting. The director being removed is entitled to make representations to the company and speak at the meeting about his/her removal.
Most commonly, directors are appointed by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting (AGM), or in extreme circumstances, at an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM). A resolution for the appointment is put to a vote, and passed if a majority of shares are voted in favour.
The following are legitimate grounds for the removal of a board member: Breaching fiduciary responsibilities. Having a conflict of interest. Failing to comply with bylaws. Engaging in illegal and unethical activities. Missing qualifications. Term limits. Passing of ordinary resolution. Retirement of directors by rotation.
A resolution for removing a director must be passed in the general meeting of shareholders after giving the director an opportunity of being heard. After passing the resolution, form DIR-12 must be filed with the ROC. After filing the form, the director's name would be struck off from the MCA website.
