Director Appointment and Removal

Appointment under Companies Act, 2013:

  • Board of directors required, with a maximum of 15 directors.
  • Appointment by nomination, voting, proportional representation, or tribunal.
  • Special resolution for more than 15 directors.

Removal under Companies Act:

  • Draft notice and resolutions for a board meeting.
  • Inform the director about potential removal.
  • Send notices and agenda to all directors.
  • Hold a board meeting and pass a removal resolution.
  • Notify members of the general meeting.
  • Special notice signed by members with at least 1% voting power.
  • Hold a general meeting, allowing the director to address the situation.
  • Complete necessary documentation.

Director Removal Documentation: Forms required are MGT-14 and DIR-12.

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