Considering the importance accorded to appointment of Woman Director in the Board of a Company by Ministry of Corporate Affairs and Securities & Exchange Board of India, the Women Members Empowerment Directorate of ICAI along with the Corporate Laws & Corporate Governance Committee has decided to bring out a ‘Handbook on Role of Women Directors’.
This handbook on Role of Women Directors provides insights into various role and responsibilities that are bestowed on the Women Director and aims to provide a handy guidance to aspiring women directors so that they may perform their duties responsibly in the best interest of the shareholders and stakeholders.
The handbook also covers Important Frequently Asked Questions and excerpts of conversation with women independent directors to equip them with the holistic view in real life scenario. Practical aspects to be taken care by the directors along with Audit committee Checklist and CSR Checklist has also been provided.
Source: ICAI
