A Chartered accountant in practice issued a certificate showing original cost ofplant and machinery installed in premises of a client for Rs. 9 crores to save someregulatory fees for his client. However, original cost of plant and machinery wasRs.15 crore as per records of client. Which fundamental principle governingprofessional ethics is violated in this case
Question
A Chartered accountant in practice issued a certificate showing original cost ofplant and machinery installed in premises of a client for Rs. 9 crores to save someregulatory fees for his client. However, original cost of plant and machinery wasRs.15 crore as per records of client. Which fundamental principle governingprofessional ethics is violated in this case
Solution
The fundamental principle governing professional ethics that is violated in this case is the principle of "Integrity".
Integrity requires a chartered accountant to be straightforward and honest in all professional and business relationships. By knowingly issuing a certificate that understates the original cost of the plant and machinery, the accountant is not being honest and is therefore violating this principle.
In addition, the principle of "Professional Competence and Due Care" may also be violated. This principle requires a chartered accountant to maintain professional knowledge and skill at the level required to ensure that a client receives competent professional service. By issuing a certificate with incorrect information, the accountant is not providing a competent professional service.
Finally, the principle of "Professional Behavior" may also be violated. This principle requires a chartered accountant to comply with relevant laws and regulations and avoid any action that discredits the profession. By issuing a certificate with incorrect information to save regulatory fees, the accountant is not complying with regulations and is discrediting the profession.
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