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Galaxy Electronics Ltd. borrowed ₹42,000,000 on 1st April 2023 specifically for the construction of a qualifying factory shed at an interest rate of 12% p.a. During the year, surplus funds were temporarily invested in short-term deposits yielding interest income of ₹2,050,000. Under AS 16, what amount of borrowing cost should be capitalized to the qualifying asset?

Select Your Answer (Keyboard: A, B, C, D)
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Correct Answer

✅ Option B — ₹2,990,000

All Options:

  • A₹3,990,000
  • B₹2,990,000 ✓
  • C₹3,490,000
  • D₹2,590,000

Detailed Solution & Explanation

Correct Answer: Option **B** (₹2,990,000) **Statutory Provision & Working Steps (AS 16 Borrowing Costs):** Specific Borrowing Cost = ₹42,000,000 × 12% = ₹5,040,000. Net Borrowing Cost to capitalize = ₹5,040,000 - ₹2,050,000 = ₹2,990,000. Hence, the correct answer is Option B.

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