The correct answer is: B. Equity shareholder
A public company is a company that is listed on a stock exchange and whose shares are available to be bought and sold by the public. The board of directors of a public company is responsible for the overall management of the company and is elected by the company’s shareholders.
Equity shareholders are the owners of a public company. They own a share of the company’s assets and profits. They have the right to vote on the election of the board of directors and on other important matters affecting the company.
Debenture holders are creditors of a public company. They have lent money to the company and are entitled to receive interest on their loans. They do not have the right to vote on the election of the board of directors.
Customers are people or businesses that buy goods or services from a public company. They do not have the right to vote on the election of the board of directors.