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National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA)

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Overview: The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) is a regulatory body established by the Union Government of India under the Companies Act, 2013. Its primary role is to oversee and enhance the standards of financial reporting and auditing in India, with the goal of curbing corporate fraud and protecting shareholders' interests.

Recent Developments:

  • NFRA has recently commenced its first annual inspection of eight audit firms. This inspection is a significant step in evaluating the adherence to auditing standards and processes, which could lead to strengthening the overall audit and accounting framework in the country.

Functions:

  1. Policy Recommendations: NFRA recommends accounting and auditing policies and standards to be adopted by companies. These recommendations are submitted for approval by the Central Government.
  2. Compliance Monitoring: It monitors and enforces compliance with accounting and auditing standards.
  3. Quality Oversight: NFRA oversees the quality of services provided by professionals involved in ensuring compliance with standards and suggests measures for service improvement.

Composition:

  • Chairperson: Appointed by the Central Government.
  • Members: Up to 15 members, all with expertise in accountancy, auditing, finance, or law.
    • All full-time members, including the chairperson, must not have any association with audit firms (including related consultancy firms) during their term and for two years after their term ends.

The NFRA's efforts in inspecting audit firms and monitoring compliance are crucial for maintaining the integrity of financial reporting and ensuring robust corporate governance in India.

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