Correct option is C
As per the revised guidelines issued by the Finance Ministry, non-financial sector CPSEs must pay a minimum annual dividend of
30% of their net profit or 4% of their net worth, whichever is higher.
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Financial Sector CPSEs: Entities like NBFCs are required to pay a minimum dividend of 30% of profit after tax (PAT), subject to legal provisions.
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Changes from 2016 Guidelines: Earlier, the requirement was 30% of PAT or 5% of net worth, without specific provisions for financial sector CPSEs.
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Objective: The revision aims to optimize capital restructuring while ensuring regular and higher dividend payouts from CPSEs to the government.
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