Accounting Policies of Modern Shares & Stock Brokers Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2015

1. Basis of preparation of financial statements:

The financial statements of the company have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India (Indian GAAP). The company has prepared these financial statements to comply in all material respects with the accounting standards notified under section 133 of the Companies Act 2013, read together with paragraph 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules 2014 and guidelines issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis and under historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of financial statements are consistent with those of previous years, except for the change in accounting policy explained below if any.

2. Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in confirmatory with Indian GAAP requires the management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of Contingent Liabilities, at the end of the reporting period. Although these estimates are based on the Management's best knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions, and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets or liabilities in future periods.

3. Revenue Recognition:

Brokerage on equities/derivative transactions are accounted on trade date basis. Interest on Fixed deposits with banks and other services income are accounted on accrual basis where as dividend income and brokerage on mutual fund and IPO syndication are accounted on receipt basis.

4. Fixed Assets & Depreciation:

Fixed assets are stated at cost net of recoverable taxes, less accumulated depreciation. Cost comprises of cost of acquisition or construction including borrowing costs attributable for bringing the assets to their intended use.

Till the year ended 31 March 2014, Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, prescribed requirements concerning depreciation of fixed assets. From the current year, Schedule XIV has been replaced by Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013. Unless stated otherwise, the impact mentioned for the current year is likely to hold good for future years also.

Depreciation on assets costing less than Rs 5,000/-

Till year ended 31 March 2014, to comply with the requirements of Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, the company was charging 100% depreciation on assets costing less than Rs 5,000/ - in the year of purchase. However, Schedule II to the Companies Act 2013, applicable from the current year, does not recognize such practice. Hence, to comply with the requirement of Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013, the company has changed its accounting policy for depreciations of assets costing less than Rs 5,000/-. As per the revised policy, the company is depreciating such assets over their useful life as assessed by the management. The management has decided to apply the revised accounting policy prospectively from accounting periods commencing on or after 1 April 2014.

The change in accounting for depreciation of assets costing less than Rs 5,000/- did not have any material impact on financial statements of the company for the current year.

5. Intangible Assets:

Intangible assets are stated at cost of acquisition less accumulated amortization. Computer software and web-site are amortized over a period of three years; Trade mark is amortized over a period of seven years.

6. Impairment of Assets:

The Company assesses at each Balance Sheet date whether there is any indication that an asset may be impaired. If any such indication exists, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the assets. If the carrying amount of fixed assets / cash generating unit exceeds the recoverable amount on the reporting date, the carrying amount is reduced to the recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is measured as the higher of the net selling price and the value in use determined by the present value of estimated future cash flows.

7. Investments:

Securities acquired with the intention of holding them for long term are classified as long-term investments. Long-term investments are recorded at the cost of acquisition. Provision is made for diminution in value other than temporary. Current investments are valued at lower of cost or market value.

8. Stock in trade:

Stock in trade of shares is valued at lower of cost and fair/market value.

9. Retirement Benefits:-

Retirement benefits are accounted on accrual basis. Provident fund payments are made to Government Provident Fund Trust. Superannuation and gratuity liability is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Provision for gratuity to employees is made on the basis of an actuarial valuation done during the year in compliance with the renewal of gratuity policy. Provision for leave encashment has been made on actual basis for accumulated leave balance of the employees as at year end.

10. Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition/ construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of occurrence of the transactions.

Monetary items denominated in foreign currency remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at the buying rates as at the last day of the year.

Any gains or losses on account of exchange difference either on settlement or translation are recognized in Profit and Loss Account except in case where it relates to the acquisition of fixed assets from a country outside India in which case it is adjusted to the carrying cost of such asset.

12. Taxes on Income:

Provision for current tax is made on the basis of estimated taxable income for the current accounting year in accordance with the Income- tax Act, 1961.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences attributable to the differences between accounting income and taxable income for a period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward only if there is a reasonable/ virtual certainty of realization.

13. Derivatives:

In respect of futures contracts, the difference between the contract price and the settlement / square off price is accounted as profit/loss on trading. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the contract price and the market price on the date of the Balance Sheet is a loss.

In respect of option contracts, the option premium is recognized as income/expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract. In case of square off, the difference between the premium paid and received is accounted as income/ expense on the date of square off.

Provision is made in cases where the difference between the premium paid/ received and the premium prevailing on the Balance Sheet date is a loss.

The difference between the strike price and settlement price is recognized as income/ expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract.

14. Provision, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

15. Segment Accounting Policies:

(a) Segment assets and liabilities:

All Segment assets and liabilities are directly attributable to the segment.

Segment assets include all operating assets used by the segment and consist principally of stock in trade, sundry debtors and loans and advances. Segment assets and liabilities do not include share capital, reserves and surplus.

(b) Segment revenue and expenses:

Segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to segment. It does not include provision for income tax.

16. Earnings Per Share

Basic earnings per share are calculated by dividing the net profit for the year attributable to equity shareholders (after deducting preference dividends and attributable taxes) by the weighted- average number of equity shares outstanding during the year. The weighted-average number of equity shares outstanding during the year and for all years presented is adjusted for events such as bonus issue; bonus element in a rights issue to existing shareholders; share split; and reverse share split (consolidation of shares) that have changed the number of equity shares outstanding, without a corresponding change in resources.

For the purpose of calculating diluted earnings per share, the net profit or loss for the year attributable to equity shareholders and the weighted-average number of shares outstanding during the year are adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

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Mar 31, 2014

1. Basis of preparation of financial statements:

a. The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP). The Company has prepared these financial statements to comply in all material respects with the accounting standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013 (to the extent notified), the Companies Act 1956 (to the extant applicable) and guidelines issued by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI). The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis and under historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of financial statements are consistent with those of previous years, except for the change in accounting policy explained below if any.

2. Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in confirmatory with Indian GAAP requires the management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of Contingent Liabilities, at the end of the reporting period. Although these estimates are based on the Management''s best knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions, and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets or liabilities in future periods.

3. Revenue Recognition:

Brokerage on equities/derivative transactions are accounted on trade date basis. Interest on Fixed deposits with banks and other services income are accounted on accrual basis where as dividend income and brokerage on mutual fund and IPO syndication are accounted on receipt basis.

4. Fixed Assets & Depreciation:

Fixed Assets are stated at their original cost less accumulated depreciation till date. Depreciation is being charged on written down value basis at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing individually Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

5. Intangible Assets:

Intangible assets are stated at cost of acquisition less accumulated amortization. Computer software and web- site are amortized over a period of three years; Trade mark is amortized over a period of seven years.

6. Impairment of Assets:

The carrying amount of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date, if there is any indication of impairment based on internal or external factors. An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss is charged to the Profit and Loss Account in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting periods is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

7. Investments:

Securities acquired with the intention of holding them for long term are classified as long-term investments. Long- term investments are recorded at the cost of acquisition. Provision is made for diminution in value other than temporary. Current investments are valued at lower of cost or market value.

8. Stock in trade:

Stock in trade of shares is valued at lower of cost and fair/market value.

9. Retirement Benefits:-

Retirement benefits are accounted on accrual basis. Provident fund payments are made to Government Provident Fund Trust. Superannuation and gratuity liability is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Provision for gratuity to employees is made on the basis of an actuarial valuation done during the year in compliance with the renewal of gratuity policy. Provision for leave encashment has been made on actual basis for accumulated leave balance of the employees as at year end.

10. Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition/ construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of occurrence of the transactions.

Monetary items denominated in foreign currency remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at the buying rates as at the last day of the year.

Any gains or losses on account of exchange difference either on settlement or translation are recognized in Profit and Loss Account except in case where it relates to the acquisition of fixed assets from a country outside India in which case it is adjusted to the carrying cost of such asset.

12. Taxes on Income:

Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the period computed in accordance with the relevant tax regulation. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences attributable to the differences between accounting income and taxable income for a period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward only if there is a reasonable/ virtual certainty of realization.

13. Derivatives:

In respect of futures contracts, the difference between the contract price and the settlement / square off price is accounted as profit/loss on trading. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the contract price and the market price on the date of the Balance Sheet is a loss.

In respect of option contracts, the option premium is recognized as income/expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract. In case of square off, the difference between the premium paid and received is accounted as income/ expense on the date of square off.

Provision is made in cases where the difference between the premium paid/ received and the premium prevailing on the Balance Sheet date is a loss.

The difference between the strike price and settlement price is recognized as income/ expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract.

14. Provision, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

15. Segment Accounting Policies:

(a) Segment assets and liabilities:

All Segment assets and liabilities are directly attributable to the segment.

Segment assets include all operating assets used by the segment and consist principally of stock in trade, sundry debtors and loans and advances. Segment assets and liabilities do not include share capital, reserves and surplus.

(b) Segment revenue and expenses:

Segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to segment. It does not include provision for income tax.

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Mar 31, 2013

1. Basis of preparation of financial statements:

a. The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP). The Company has prepared these financial statements to comply in all material respects with the accounting standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis and under historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of financial statements are consistent with those of previous years, except for the change in accounting policy explained below.

2. Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in confirmatory with Indian GAAP requires the management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of Contingent Liabilities, at the end of the reporting period. Although these estimates are based on the Management''s best knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions, and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets or liabilities in future periods.

3. Revenue Recognition:

Brokerage on equities/derivative transactions are accounted on trade date basis. Interest on Fixed deposits with banks and other services income are accounted on accrual basis where as dividend income and brokerage on mutual fund and IPO syndication are accounted on receipt basis.

4. Fixed Assets & Depreciation:

Fixed Assets are stated at their original cost less accumulated depreciation till date. Depreciation is being charged on written down value basis at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing individually Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

5. Intangible Assets:

Intangible assets are stated at cost of acquisition less accumulated amortization. Computer software and web- site are amortized over a period of three years; Trade mark is amortized over a period of seven years.

6. Impairment of Assets:

The carrying amount of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date, if there is any indication of impairment based on internal or external factors. An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss is charged to the Profit and Loss Account in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting periods is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

7. Investments:

Securities acquired with the intention of holding them for long term are classified as long-term investments. Long- term investments are recorded at the cost of acquisition. Provision is made for diminution in value other than temporary. Current investments are valued at lower of cost or market value.

8. Stock in trade:

Stock in trade of shares is valued at lower of cost and fair/market value.

9. Retirement Benefits:-

Retirement benefits are accounted on accrual basis. Provident fund payments are made to Government Provident Fund Trust. Superannuation and gratuity liability is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Provision for gratuity to employees is made on the basis of an actuarial valuation done at the year end. Provision for leave encashment has been made on actual basis for accumulated leave balance of the employees as at year end.

10. Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs''which are directly attributable to the acquisition/ construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of occurrence of the transactions.

Monetary items denominated in foreign currency remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at the buying rates as at the last day of the year.

Any gains or losses on account of exchange difference either on settlement or translation are recognized in Profit and Loss Account except in case where it relates to the acquisition of fixed assets from a country outside India in which case it is adjusted to the carrying cost of such asset.

12. Taxes on Income:

Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the period computed in accordance with the relevant tax regulation. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences attributable to the differences between accounting income and taxable income for a period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward only if there is a reasonable/ virtual certainty of realization.

13. Derivatives:

In respect of futures contracts, the difference between the contract price and the settlement / square off price is accounted as profit/loss on trading. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the contract price and the market price on the date of the Balance Sheet is a loss.

In respect of option contracts, the option premium is recognized as income/expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract. In case of square off, the difference between the premium paid and received is accounted as income/ expense on the date of square off. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the premium paid/ received and the premium prevailing on the Balance Sheet date is a loss.

The difference between the strike price and settlement price is recognized as income/ expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract.

14. Provision, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

15. Segment Accounting Policies:

(a) Segment''assets and liabilities:

All Segment assets and liabilities are directly attributable to the segment.

Segment assets include all operating assets used by the segment and consist principally of stock in trade, sundry debtors and loans and advances. Segment assets and liabilities do not include share capital, reserves and surplus.

(b) Segment revenue and expenses:

Segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to segment. It does not include provision for income tax.

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Mar 31, 2012

1. Basis of preparation of financial statements:

a. The financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted Accounting Principles in India (Indian GAAP). The Company has prepared these financial statements to comply in all material respects with the accounting standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006, (as amended) and the relevant provisions of the Companies Act, 1956. The financial statements have been prepared on accrual basis and under historical cost convention. The accounting policies adopted in the preparation of financial statements are consistent with those of previous years, except for the change in accounting policy explained below.

b. During the year ended 31st March 2012, the Revised Schedule VI notified under the Companies Act 1956, has become applicable to the Company, for preparation and presentation of its financial statements. The adoption of revised Schedule VI does not impact recognition and measurement principles of financial statements. However, it has significant impact on presentation and disclosures made in the financial statements. The Company has also reclassified the previous year figures in accordance with the requirements applicable in the current year.

2. Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in confirmatory with Indian GAAP requires the management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities and the disclosure of Contingent Liabilities, at the end of the reporting period. Although these estimates are based on the Management's best knowledge of current events and actions, uncertainty about these assumptions, and estimates could result in the outcomes requiring a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets or liabilities in future periods.

3. Revenue Recognition:

Brokerage on equities/derivative transactions are accounted on trade date basis. Interest on Fixed deposits with banks and other services income are accounted on accrual basis where as dividend income and brokerage on mutual fund and IPO syndication are accounted on receipt basis.

4. Fixed Assets & Depreciation:

Fixed Assets are stated at their original cost less accumulated depreciation till date. Depreciation is being charged on written down value basis at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing individually Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

5. Intangible Assets:

Intangible assets are stated at cost of acquisition less accumulated amortization. Computer software and web-site are amortized over a period of three years; Trade mark is amortized over a period of seven years.

6. Impairment of Assets:

The carrying amount of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date, if there is any indication of impairment based on internal or external factors. An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss is charged to the Profit and Loss Account in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting periods is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

7. Investments:

Securities acquired with the intention of holding them for long term are classified as long-term investments. Long-term investments are recorded at the cost of acquisition. Provision is made for diminution in value other than temporary. Current investments are valued at lower of cost or market value.

8. Stock in trade:

Stock in trade of shares is valued at lower of cost and fair/market value.

9. Retirement Benefits:-

Retirement benefits are accounted on accrual basis. Provident fund payments are made to Government Provident Fund Trust. Superannuation and gratuity liability is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Provision for gratuity to employees is made on the basis of an actuarial valuation done at the year end. Provision for leave encashment has been made on actual basis for accumulated leave balance of the employees as at year end.

10. Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition/ construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of occurrence of the transactions.

Monetary items denominated in foreign currency remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at the buying rates as at the last day of the year.

Any gains or losses on account of exchange difference either on settlement or translation are recognized in Profit and Loss Account except in case where it relates to the acquisition of fixed assets from a country outside India in which case it is adjusted to the carrying cost of such asset.

12. Taxes on Income:

Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the period computed in accordance with the relevant tax regulation. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences attributable to the differences between accounting income and taxable income for a period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward only if there is a reasonable/ virtual certainty of realization.

13. Derivatives:

In respect of futures contracts, the difference between the contract price and the settlement / square off price is accounted as profit/loss on trading. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the contract price and the market price on the date of the Balance Sheet is a loss.

In respect of option contracts, the option premium is recognized as income/expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract. In case of square off, the difference between the premium paid and received is accounted as income/ expense on the date of square off.

Provision is made in cases where the difference between the premium paid/ received and the premium prevailing on the Balance Sheet date is a loss.

The difference between the strike price and settlement price is recognized as income/ expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract.

14. Provision, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

15. Segment Accounting Policies:

(a) Segment assets and liabilities:

All Segment assets and liabilities are directly attributable to the segment.

Segment assets include all operating assets used by the segment and consist principally of stock in trade, sundry debtors and loans and advances. Segment assets and liabilities do not include share capital, reserves and surplus.

(b) Segment revenue and expenses:

Segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to segment. It does not include provision for income tax.

No shares out of the issued, subscribed and paid up shares have been issued for a consideration other than cash, bonus etc. in past 5 years.

The Company has only one class of shares referred to as equity shares having par value of Rs.10. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. The dividend proposed by the Board of directors is subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General Meeting.

During the year ended March 31, 2012 the Board of Directors has proposed dividend @ 10% (previous year 5%).

In the event of liquidation of the Company, the holders of equity shares will be entitled to receive any of the remaining asset of the Company, after distribution of all preferential amounts. However, no such pereferential amounts exist currently. The distribution will be in proportion to the number of equity shares held by the shareholders.

The Company has not received any instruction from suppliers regarding their status under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 and hence, disclosures if any, relating to amounts unpaid as at the year end together with interest payable as required under the said Act have not been given.

Contingent liabilities on account of guarantees issued by Banks in favour of National Securities Clearing Corporation Limited Rs.100Lacs. (previous year Rs.100Lacs.)

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Mar 31, 2011

1. Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention in accordance with the accrual basis of accounting and the generally accepted accounting principles and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

2. Use of Estimates:

The presentation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Difference between the actual result and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known/ materialize.

3. Revenue Recognition:

Brokerage on equities/derivative transactions are accounted on trade date basis. Portfolio Management Services fee is recognized at the applicable rate on the transaction value of the investments made. Interest on Fixed deposits with banks and other services income are accounted on accrual basis where as dividend income and brokerage on mutual fund syndication are accounted on receipt basis.

4. Fixed Assets & Depreciation:

Fixed Assets are stated at their original cost less accumulated depreciation till date. Depreciation is being charged on written down value basis at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing individually Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

5. Intangible Assets:

Intangible assets are stated at cost of acquisition less accumulated amortization. Computer software and web-site are amortized over a period of three years; Trade mark is amortized over a period of seven years.

6. Impairment of Assets:

The carrying amount of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date, if there is any indication of impairment based on internal or external factors. An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss is charged to the Profit and Loss Account in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting periods is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

7. Investments:

Securities acquired with the intention of holding them for long term are classified as long-term investments. Long-term investments are recorded at the cost of acquisition. Provision is made for diminution in value other than temporary. Current investments are valued at lower of cost or market value.

8. Stock in trade:

Stock in trade of shares is valued at lower of cost and fair/market value.

9. Retirement Benefits:- Retirement benefits are accounted on accrual basis. Provident fund payments are made to Government Provident Fund Trust. Superannuation and gratuity liability is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Provision for gratuity to employees is made on the basis of an actuarial valuation done at the year end. Provision for leave encashment has been made on actual basis for accumulated leave balance of the employees as at year end.

10. Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition/ construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of occurrence of the transactions.

Monetary items denominated in foreign currency remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at the buying rates as at the last day of the year.

Any gains or losses on account of exchange difference either on settlement or translation are recognized in Profit and Loss Account except in case where it relates to the acquisition of fixed assets from a country out side India in which case it is adjusted to the carrying cost of such asset.

12. Taxes on Income:

Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the period computed in accordance with the relevant tax regulation. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences attributable to the differences between accounting income and taxable income for a period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward only if there is a reasonable/ virtual certainty of realization.

13. Derivatives:

In respect of futures contracts, the difference between the contract price and the settlement / square off price is accounted as profit/loss on trading. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the contract price and the market price on the date of the Balance Sheet is a loss.

In respect of option contracts, the option premium is recognized as income/expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract. In case of square off, the difference between the premium paid and received is accounted as income/ expense on the date of square off.

Provision is made in cases where the difference between the premium paid/ received and the premium prevailing on the Balance Sheet date is a loss.

The difference between the strike price and settlement price is recognized as income/ expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract.

14. Provision, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

15. Segment Accounting Policies:

(a) Segment assets and liabilities:

All Segment assets and liabilities are directly attributable to the segment. Segment assets include all operating assets used by the segment and consist principally of stock in trade, sundry debtors and loans and advances. Segment assets and liabilities do not include share capital, reserves and surplus.

(b) Segment revenue and expenses:

Segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to segment. It does not include provision for income tax.

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Mar 31, 2010

1. Basis of Accounting:

The financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention in accordance with the accrual basis of accounting and the generally accepted accounting principles and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956, as adopted consistently by the Company.

2. Use of Estimates:

The presentation of financial statements in conformity with the generally accepted accounting principles requires estimates and assumptions to be made that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities on the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Difference between the actual result and estimates are recognized in the period in which the results are known/ materialize.

3. Revenue Recognition:

Brokerage on equities / derivative transactions are accounted on trade date basis. Portfolio Management Services fees is recognized at the applicable rate on the transaction value of the investments made. Interest on Fixed deposits with banks and other services income are accounted on accrual basis where as dividend income is accounted on receipt basis.

4. Fixed Assets & Depreciation:

Fixed Assets are stated at their original cost less accumulated depreciation till date. Depreciation is being charged on written down value basis at the rates and in the manner specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956 except machinery (generator) which is depreciated on straight-line method specified in Schedule XIV of the Companies Act, 1956. Assets costing individually Rs.5,000 or less are fully depreciated in the year of purchase.

5. Intangible Assets:

Intangible assets are stated at cost of acquisition less accumulated amortization. Computer software and web- site are amortized over a period of three years; Trade mark is amortized over a period of seven years.

6. Impairment of Assets:

The carrying amount of assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date, if there is any indication of impairment based on internal or external factors. An asset is treated as impaired when the carrying cost of the asset exceeds its recoverable value. An impairment loss is charged to the Profit and Loss Account in the year in which an asset is identified as impaired. The impairment loss recognized in prior accounting periods is reversed if there has been a change in the estimate of recoverable amount.

7. Investments:

Securities acquired with the intention of holding them for long term are classified as long-term investments. Long-term investments are recorded at the cost of acquisition. Provision is made for diminution in value other than temporary. Current investments are valued at lower of cost or market value.

8. Stock in trade:

Stock in trade of shares is valued at lower of cost and fair/market value.

9. Retirement Benefits:- Retirement benefits are accounted on accrual basis. Provident fund payments are made to Government Provident Fund Trust. Superannuation and gratuity liability is funded with Life Insurance Corporation of India. Provision for gratuity to employees is made on the basis of an actuarial valuation done at the year end. Provision for leave encashment has been made on actual basis for accumulated leave balance of the employees as at year end.

10. Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs which are directly attributable to the acquisition/ construction of qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of such assets. A qualifying asset is one that necessarily takes substantial period of time to get ready for intended use. Other borrowing costs are recognized as an expense in the year in which they are incurred.

11. Foreign Currency Transactions:

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at the exchange rate prevailing at the time of occurrence of the transactions.

Monetary items denominated in foreign currency remaining unsettled at the end of the year are translated at the buying rates as at the last day of the year.

Any gains or losses on account of exchange difference either on settlement or translation are recognized in Profit and Loss Account except in case where it relates to the acquisition of fixed assets from a country outside India in which case it is adjusted to the carrying cost of such asset.

12. Taxes on Income:

Current tax is determined as the amount of tax payable in respect of taxable income for the period computed in accordance with the relevant tax regulation. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the expected future tax consequences attributable to the differences between accounting income and taxable income for a period that originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the balance sheet date. Deferred tax assets are recognized and carried forward only if there is a reasonable/ virtual certainty of realization.

13. Derivatives:

In respect of futures contracts, the difference between the contract price and the settlement / square off price is accounted as profit/loss on trading. Provision is made in cases where the difference between the contract price and the market price on the date of the Balance Sheet is a loss.

In respect of option contracts, the option premium is recognized as income/expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract. In case of square off, the difference between the premium paid and received is accounted as income/ expense on the date of square off.

Provision is made in cases where the difference between the premium paid/ received and the premium prevailing on the Balance Sheet date is a loss.

The difference between the strike price and settlement price is recognized as income/ expense on the exercise/ expiry date of the contract.

14. Provision, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets:

Provisions involving substantial degree of estimation in measurement are recognized when there is a present obligation as a result of past event and it is probable that there will be an outflow of resources. Contingent Liabilities are not recognized but are disclosed in the notes. Contingent Assets are neither recognized nor disclosed in the financial statements.

15. Segment Accounting Policies:

(a) Segment assets and liabilities:

All Segment assets and liabilities are directly attributable to the segment. Segment assets include all operating assets used by the segment and consist principally of stock in trade, sundry debtors and loans and advances. Segment assets and liabilities do not include share capital, reserves and surplus.

(b) Segment revenue and expenses:

Segment revenue and expenses are directly attributable to segment. It does not include provision for income tax.