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1. Validity of share allotment and forfeiture. 2. Compliance with Companies Act provisions. 3. Validity of resolution for share forfeiture. 4. Membership status of the defendant. 5. Proceedings under the Encumbered Estates Act. Validity of Share Allotment and Forfeiture: The appeal involved a suit by the Official Liquidators of a company for the recovery of a sum of money due to the forfeiture of shares. The plaintiff alleged that the defendant applied for preference shares and paid the required amount, while the defendant disputed the payment made. The court found in favor of the plaintiff, concluding that the defendant did pay the necessary sum, satisfying the provisions of section 101 of the Indian Companies Act, 1913. Compliance with Companies Act Provisions: The defendant argued that the forfeiture of shares was invalid due to two items being barred by limitation. The court analyzed the Limitation Act and established that while the remedy was barred, the right itself was not extinguished. The court also addressed the validity of the resolution for forfeiture, determining that it was properly passed by a committee of directors in accordance with the company's articles of Association. Validity of Resolution for Share Forfeiture: The court further examined the forfeiture clause and its legality, dismissing the argument that it was penal in nature and contrary to the spirit of the Contract Act. It was emphasized that the Companies Act allows for such forfeiture clauses, and in this case, the resolution for forfeiture was deemed valid. Membership Status of the Defendant: An argument was raised regarding the defendant's membership status in the plaintiff-company, contending that he did not formally apply for membership. However, this plea was not raised in the written statement or the grounds of appeal, leading the court to reject this argument as unjust at that stage of the case. Proceedings under the Encumbered Estates Act: The defendant referenced proceedings under the Encumbered Estates Act, but the court found against him on this point, noting that no grounds of appeal were raised. Consequently, the court did not allow further argument on this issue. In conclusion, the High Court affirmed the judgment and decree of the lower court, dismissing the appeal with costs based on the detailed analysis and findings on the various legal issues raised during the case.
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