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Dissenting Financial Creditor
A financial creditor who votes against a resolution plan in the CoC but is bound by the approved plan under IBC. The 2021 amendment mandates that dissenting financial creditors receive at least the liquidation value of their claims.
Last updated: 17 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)🔗
Q1. What is Dissenting Financial Creditor in Indian corporate law?▼
A financial creditor who votes against a resolution plan in the CoC but is bound by the approved plan under IBC. The 2021 amendment mandates that dissenting financial creditors receive at least the liquidation value of their claims.
Q2. Why is Dissenting Financial Creditor important for compliance?▼
Dissenting Financial Creditor is governed by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016 and regulated by IBBI. Understanding this concept is essential for ensuring regulatory compliance, avoiding penalties, and making informed corporate decisions in India.
Q3. Who should know about Dissenting Financial Creditor?▼
Dissenting Financial Creditor is relevant for company secretaries, compliance officers, chartered accountants, corporate lawyers, board members, and all professionals dealing with IBC regulatory matters in India.
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