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Director of a company is liable for an offence committed by the company under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881:

A. Because he is a Director

B. If he is a person-in-charge of and responsible to the company for conduct of business of the company

C. If he is a Director and shareholder with at least 5% shares

D. If he is a resident of India

Answer: Option B


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