Defination of article of association

Definition of Articles of Association Articles of Association (AOA) is the secondary document, which defines the rules and regulations made by the company for its administration and day to day management. In addition to this, the articles contain the rights, responsibilities, powers and duties of members and directors of the company. It also includes the information about the accounts and audit of the company. Every company must have its own articles. However, a public company limited by shares can adopt Table A instead of Articles of Association. It comprises of all the necessary details regarding the internal affairs and the management of the company. It is prepared for the persons inside the company, i.e. members, employees, directors, etc. The governance of the company is done according to the rules prescribed in it. The companies can frame its articles of association as per their requirement and choice.