Simplified Regulatory Framework
• LLPs are governed by the LLP Act, 2008, with fewer legal formalities
• No mandatory board meetings or annual general meetings required
• Lesser documentation compared to companies under Companies Act
• Flexibility in internal governance through LLP agreement
• Fewer registers and statutory books to maintain
Relaxed Financial Reporting
• Audit is required only if turnover exceeds ₹40 lakhs or contribution ₹25 lakhs
• Small LLPs are exempt from statutory audit requirements
• No need to prepare director’s report or detailed annual disclosures
• Financial statements are simpler and less burdensome to prepare
• Avoids complex corporate filing formats used by private companies
Lower Filing Requirements
• Only two key annual filings: Form 8 (Statement of Accounts) and Form 11 (Annual Return)
• Filing process is digital via the MCA portal with minimal paperwork
• Fewer event-based filings compared to private limited companies
• No need to file resolutions or board decisions unless specified
• Cost-effective and time-saving for startups and professionals
No Minimum Capital or Dividend Rules
• LLPs have no minimum capital contribution requirements
• Profit sharing can be structured flexibly in the LLP agreement
• No dividend declaration or distribution compliance like companies
• Avoids corporate tax layers such as Dividend Distribution Tax (DDT)
• Easier to manage capital and cash flow without strict regulations
Ease of Management and Control
• Designated partners manage affairs without a formal board structure
• Roles, responsibilities, and decision-making are defined internally
• Fewer legal disputes due to custom agreements and autonomy
• Internal changes like partner entry/exit are simpler to process
• Enables smoother business operations with minimal legal interference
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