
The characteristics of a private limited company
Members
In order to start a company, a minimum of 2 members and a maximum of 200 members are require as per the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.
Limited Liability-
The liability of each member or shareholders is limited. This means that if a company incurs a loss under any circumstances, its shareholders are liable to sell their own assets for payment. The personal, personal property of shareholders is not at risk.
Permanent succession –
Death, bankruptcy, bankruptcy of any of its members is also in the eyes of the company law. This leads to a lasting legacy of the company. The life of the company lasts forever.
Index of Members –
A private company is privileged over a public company as they are not required to keep an index of its members while a public company is require to maintain an index of its members.