| Case ID |
0be63caa-4cb4-499f-8e15-84e067a3b68e |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
D-2741 of 1990 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 31, 1990 |
| Hearing Date |
Mar 31, 1990 |
| Decision |
The Supreme Court held that there was no justification for initiating contempt proceedings against the Union Government for withholding Rs. 1,20,000 from the Rs. 4 lakhs directed to be paid to the petitioner. The withholding was in accordance with the Income-tax Act, 1961, which mandates tax deductions at source. The Court directed the release of the withheld amount to the petitioner, who was instructed to deposit it for a minimum of two years. The Income Tax Officer was allowed to determine if the amount constituted taxable income. This decision emphasized the obligation of the Government to comply with tax laws while fulfilling court orders. |
| Summary |
In the landmark case involving Lt. Col. K.D. Gupta against the Union of India, the Supreme Court addressed the issue of tax deductions on court-awarded payments under the Income-tax Act, 1961. The petitioner was awarded Rs. 4 lakhs, but the Union Government deducted Rs. 1,20,000 as tax at source, leading to allegations of contempt. The Court ruled that the deduction was justified and did not constitute contempt, while also directing the payment of the withheld amount. The case highlights the balance between legal compliance and the execution of court orders, providing precedent for future cases involving tax deductions from court-ordered payments. Key aspects of the ruling include the interpretation of income classifications under tax law and the responsibilities of government entities in adhering to legal financial obligations. This ruling is significant for legal practitioners and advocates involved in tax law and civil service matters. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of India
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Ranganath Misra,
Murari Monon Dutt
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| Lawyers |
Mr. Ramaswamy
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| Petitioners |
Lt. Col. K.D. Gupta
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| Respondents |
Union of India
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| Citations |
1990 SLD 1714,
(1990) 181 ITR 530
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Income-tax Act, 1961
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| Sections |
190
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