Question

Namita, Narendra and Kunwar were partners in a firm sharing profits and losses in the ratio of 3 : 1 : 1. The firm closes its books on 31st March every year. Kunwar died on 30th September, 2025. His share in the profits of the firm from 1st April, 2025 to 30th September, 2025 was calculated as per the provisions of the partnership deed which amounted to ₹ 15,600. On the date of Kunwar's death, the Balance Sheet of the firm showed General Reserve of ₹ 40,000 and Profit and Loss Account (Dr.) ₹ 80,000. Pass necessary journal entries on Kunwar's death in the books of the firm.

Hint:

On death of a partner, reserves are distributed, accumulated losses are written off, and the deceased partner's share of profit till death is credited. The final amount is transferred to Executor's Account.

Answer 1