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REGISTERED PARTNERSHIP FIRM

Partnership is a type of business structure in which two or more individuals run a business together under an agreement.  It is formed with the objectives set out in the partnership deed. Each partner shares the profits and losses of the business and contributes to day-to-day decisions as per the agreed agreement.


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Below are the key characteristics of a partnership as per the Partnership Act 1932: 

Formation: A partnership is formed when two or more individuals agree to carry on a business with the goal of making a profit. The Partnership Act does not require a formal or written agreement, but it is advisable to have one to avoid disputes. The agreement may be oral or in writing.

Number of Partners: The Act does not specify a maximum number of partners, but it does require that there must be at least two partners for a valid partnership. In India, certain types of businesses are restricted in terms of the number of partners they can have.

Legal Status: A partnership does not have a separate legal identity from its partners. Partnerships are not considered legal entities distinct from the individuals forming the partnership. Each partner is personally responsible for the debts and liabilities of the business.

Mutual Agency: One of the key characteristics of a partnership is the concept of mutual agency. Each partner is an agent for the others, and their actions in the ordinary course of business bind the partnership. This means that each partner can enter into contracts on behalf of the partnership, and the partnership is legally bound by those contracts.

Profit-Sharing: Partnerships involve the sharing of profits and losses among the partners as per the terms of their agreement. The Partnership Act provides a default rule for equal profit sharing in the absence of any specific agreement.

Unlimited Liability: In a general partnership, partners have unlimited liability. This means that each partner is personally responsible for the debts and obligations of the business. In the event of financial difficulties, personal assets of the partners may be used to settle business debts.

Transfer of Interest: Without an agreement to the contrary, a partner cannot transfer their interest in the partnership to an outsider without the consent of the other partners.

Duration: Partnerships can be formed for a specific period or purpose, and they can also be at-will partnerships without a fixed duration. The Partnership Act provides rules for the duration and dissolution of partnerships.

It's important to note that the specifics of partnership law may vary by jurisdiction, and it's always advisable to consult the relevant legislation in the specific jurisdiction where the partnership operates.

 

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