Question

A woman director is mandatory for every public company having paid up share capital of _________
 

• A. Rs. 300 crores or more
• B. Rs. 50 crores or more
• C. Rs. 100 crores or more
• D. Rs. 500 crores or more

Hint:

Public companies with paid-up capital of Rs. 100 crores or more must mandatorily appoint at least one woman director—an initiative for inclusive governance.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

As per the guidelines laid out under the Companies Act, 2013 and the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, it is mandatory for certain categories of companies to appoint at least one woman director on their board. This rule applies to:

• All listed companies, and
• All public companies having:
  • Paid-up share capital of Rs. 100 crore or more, or
  • Turnover of Rs. 300 crore or more.

The purpose of this mandate is to promote gender diversity in top management and corporate governance structures. Ensuring the presence of women in key decision-making roles contributes positively to transparency, inclusion, and organizational growth.

This requirement aligns with global trends toward inclusive corporate policies and supports the broader goals of gender equality and representation in leadership.