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NISM-Series-2A: Registrars and Transfer Agents (Corporate) Mock Tests — 5 random MCQs with answers & explanations

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Q1 The database of distinctive numbers (DN) of equity shares of listed companies are created and maintained by ____________.(NISM workbook)

  • A. Issuer company
  • B. Depository Correct Answer
  • C. Custodians
  • D. SEBI
Explanation:
Depositories are required to create and maintain a database of distinctive numbers for equity shares of listed companies.

Marks: 1

Q2 The Beneficial Owner Master Register is updated based on information received from the ______.

  • A. Depository Correct Answer
  • B. Issuer company
  • C. Investors
  • D. Stock exchange
Explanation:
Depositories provide beneficial owner data to the R&T agent for updating records.

Marks: 1

Q3 Companies must follow the regulations issued by stock exchanges for issuing capital. Is this correct?

  • A. True
  • B. False Correct Answer
  • C. Only for debt issues
  • D. Only for bonus shares
Explanation:
Companies must follow SEBI regulations for issuing capital, not the stock exchanges.

Marks: 1

Q4 What does ASBA stand for in IPO applications?

  • A. Application Supported by Blocked Amount Correct Answer
  • B. Asset Security Banking Account
  • C. Automated Share Buying Application
  • D. Application Securities Banking Authority
Explanation:
ASBA blocks application money in an investor’s bank account until shares are allotted.

Marks: 1

Q5 Compared with physical trading, transaction costs in demat trading are generally ______.

  • A. Higher
  • B. Lower Correct Answer
  • C. Same
  • D. Not applicable
Explanation:
Demat trading reduces paperwork and processing costs, making transactions cheaper.

Marks: 1

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