The Impact of Forensic Accounting on Reducing Creative Accounting Techniques

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The Impact of Forensic Accounting on Reducing Creative Accounting Techniques

Samiksha Shrotriya , Prof. Pravin Saxena

DIP: 18.02.005/20240904

DOI: 10.25215/2455/0904005

Received: November 22, 2024; Revision Received: November 24, 2024; Accepted: November 28, 2024

Abstract

Forensic accounting is a specialized area within the field of accounting aimed at addressing non-uniformity and preventing misleading practices that stem from creative accounting. It encompasses expert knowledge and diligent skills used to detect and mitigate financial fraud while identifying intentional manipulations within financial records that exploit loopholes in accounting standards. This paper explores the scope of forensic accounting and the strategies it employs. It also focuses on creative accounting practices prevalent in India, highlighting the issues they pose and proposing solutions through forensic accounting. The research discusses the concept of forensic accounting and emphasizes its critical role in corporate organizations.

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The author(s) appreciates all those who participated in the study and helped to facilitate the research process.

The author(s) declared no conflict of interest.

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Samiksha Shrotriya @ samikshashrotriya26@gmail.com

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ISSN 2348-5396

ISSN 2349-3429

DIP: 18.02.005/20240904

DOI: 10.25215/2455/0904005

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Volume 09 Issue 4, October-December, 2024

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