Which act describes an action beyond the scope of the corporation's charter?

• A. Within Charter
• B. Ultra Vires
• C. Intra Vires
• D. Unauthorized Acts

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is that a corporation can only act within the powers granted by its charter (the charter defines the scope of authority). An action taken that goes beyond those powers is described as ultra vires, meaning “beyond the powers.” Historically, ultra vires acts could be void or challengeable because they extend beyond what the charter authorizes. Today, many jurisdictions have broadened implied powers, but the term remains the classic description of acts outside the charter’s scope. The other terms refer to acts that are within the charter (intra vires) or are simply unauthorized without the formal label describing being beyond the charter.