Chapter XIV - Miscellaneous
Section 75
Section 75: power of registrar to strike defunct limited liability partnership off register
The Registrar may strike off an LLP believed not to carry on business or operations, after giving it a reasonable opportunity to be heard.
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This article is for general information. Refer to the Limited Liability Partnership Act, 2008 official text for the official provisions. If you need professional advice for your situation, contact Bizeneed.
Statutory text
Bare law
Where the Registrar has reasonable cause to believe that a limited liability partnership is not carrying on business or its operation, in accordance with the provisions of this Act, the name of limited liability partnership may be struck off the register of limited liability partnerships in such manner as may be prescribed: Provided that the Registrar shall, before striking off the name of any limited liability partnership under this section, give such limited liability partnership a reasonable opportunity of being heard.
Key takeaways
Core rule
The Registrar may strike off an LLP believed not to carry on business or operations, after giving it a reasonable opportunity to be heard.
Practical review
Check the Registrar’s grounds
How the provision works
The Registrar may strike off an LLP believed not to carry on business or operations, after giving it a reasonable opportunity to be heard.
Practical steps
Check the Registrar’s grounds; gather evidence of activity or cessation; respond to the hearing opportunity; retain the decision.
Practical preparation
Check these statutory points against the record.
- Check the Registrar’s grounds
- Gather evidence of activity or cessation
- Respond to the hearing opportunity
- Retain the decision.
Practical checklist
Do
- Check the Registrar’s grounds
- Gather evidence of activity or cessation
- Respond to the hearing opportunity
- Retain the decision.
Avoid
- Do not apply this provision without checking its stated conditions and cross-references.
Illustrative example
Hypothetical: power of registrar to strike defunct limited liability partnership off register
A dormant LLP receives notice proposing strike off.
Step 1
Examine the stated grounds
Step 2
Submit relevant records
Step 3
Attend or respond to the hearing.
Outcome
- The Registrar must consider the LLP’s response before strike off.
Glossary
- strike off
- Removal of an LLP name from the register under section 75.
Frequently asked questions
What does section 75 provide?
The Registrar may strike off an LLP believed not to carry on business or operations, after giving it a reasonable opportunity to be heard.
What should be checked?
Check the Registrar’s grounds; gather evidence of activity or cessation; respond to the hearing opportunity; retain the decision.
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Contact BizeneedLast updated 10 October 2026