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Prepare a Comparative Balance Sheet of Tushar Ltd. as at 31st March, 2024, from the following information.  

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A Comparative Balance Sheet compares financial positions of two periods. The structure involves 5 columns: Particulars, 2024 values, 2023 values, Absolute Change, Percentage Change. This helps identify financial trends and shifts. 

Comparative Balance Sheet of Tushar Ltd. as at 31st March, 2024

 

Particulars2024 (₹)2023 (₹)Change (₹)% Change
I. Equity and Liabilities
Share Capital27,00,00018,00,0009,00,00050%
Long-term Borrowings9,00,0006,00,0003,00,00050%
Trade Payables3,00,0002,00,0001,00,00050%
Total39,00,00026,00,00013,00,00050%
II. Assets
Property, Plant & Equipment33,00,00020,00,00013,00,00065%
Inventory3,00,0002,00,0001,00,00050%
Cash and Cash Equivalents3,00,0004,00,000-1,00,000-25%
Total39,00,00026,00,00013,00,00050%


Interpretation:
There is a 50% increase in total equity and liabilities as well as total assets.
- Share Capital: Increase due to fresh issue of shares indicates equity funding.
- Borrowings: Additional ₹3,00,000 may have been used for capital expenditure.
- Fixed Assets: Rise of 65% shows significant investment, possibly for expansion.
- Cash Position: 25% decline in cash must be watched to ensure liquidity isn't strained.

Overall, the company's financial position has expanded substantially.

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