In India, companies can be broadly categorized into several types based on their structure and operations. These include:
Private Limited Company: A privately held business entity with limited liability and restrictions on ownership.
Public Limited Company: A company whose shares are traded freely on a stock exchange and owned by shareholders.
One-Person Company (OPC): A type of private company that can be formed with just one director and shareholder.
Section 8 Company: Non-profit organizations formed for promoting arts, commerce, education, charity, protection of the environment, etc.
Producer Company: Formed by farmers, artisans, or other professionals engaged in promoting their interests.