Question
Distinguish between Revenue Reserves and Capital Reserves.

Answer

Difference between Revenue Reserve and Capital Reserve:
 
Basis
Revenue Reserve
Capital Reserve
1.
Source
It is created out of business or revenue profits.
It is created out of capital profits.
2.
Usage
It can be used for distribution of dividends without any precondition.
It can be used for distribution of dividends only if the company satisfies creatain conditions prescribed by the Companies Axt.
3.
Purpose
It is created for strengthening the financial position and meeting the unforseen contingencies or some specific prupose.
It is created for meeting capital losser or to be used for purposes specified by the Companies Act.

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