10 April 2010
Yes, Board can delegate.For that you need to pass Board resolution stating the same with maximum amount upto which he can borrow on behalf of Company.
10 April 2010
Yes the delegation is valid as it is specifically allowed by proviso to section 292(1) subject to the conditions mentioned in section 292(2).
I would request you to go through section 292 of companies act, 1956 for removal of doubts.