Types of Companies in India:

1. Private Limited Company:

Minimum two and maximum 200 members.

Limited liability for members.

Shares cannot be freely traded on the stock exchange.

2. Public Limited Company:

Minimum three directors and seven members.

Can raise capital through the public by issuing shares.

Shares are freely transferable on the stock exchange.

3. One Person Company (OPC):

Single-member company.

Limited liability for the sole member.

Can have more than one director.

Grounds for Removal of Director:

1. Breach of Duty:

If a director breaches their fiduciary duties or acts against the interests of the company.

2. Misappropriation of Funds:

If a director is found involved in misappropriation or embezzlement of company funds.

3. Insolvency:

If a director becomes insolvent or bankrupt.

4. Criminal Offenses:

Conviction of a director for any criminal offenses.

5. Non-Performance:

Persistent non-performance or negligence in discharging duties.

6. Shareholder Vote:

Removal through a special resolution passed by shareholders in a general meeting.

Process of Removing a Director:

1. Board Meeting:

Convene a board meeting to discuss and decide on the removal of the director.

2. Special Resolution:

Pass a special resolution in a general meeting to seek approval from shareholders for removal.

3. Filing with RoC:

File the necessary forms (such as DIR-12) with the Registrar of Companies (RoC) within 30 days of the removal.

4. Intimation to Director:

Provide a notice to the director being removed, informing them of the decision.

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