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Case ID 1597aeff-4ca5-4e07-bfaa-34d8612754cb
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Decision The court determined that a question of law arises from the Tribunal's order dated December 10, 1987, regarding the consideration of the written down value of the plant and machinery for investment allowance purposes. The court directed the Tribunal to reframe the question to clarify the actual controversy and to refer it for the opinion of the court. The ruling emphasized the importance of accurately interpreting the provisions of the Income-tax Act concerning investment allowances and the specific criteria that must be met.
Summary In this case, the Allahabad High Court addressed a significant question regarding the application of the Income-tax Act, 1961, particularly focusing on Section 32A related to investment allowances. The court analyzed whether the Income-tax Appellate Tribunal correctly considered the written down value of plant and machinery in determining the aggregate value for investment allowance eligibility. The ruling underscores the necessity for precise legal interpretation and adherence to statutory requirements, ensuring that the Tribunal's decisions align with legal standards. This case highlights the complexities involved in tax law and the judicial scrutiny applied to administrative decisions, reinforcing the judicial system's role in maintaining legal integrity and taxpayer rights.
Court Allahabad High Court
Entities Involved Not available
Judges OM PRAKASH, R.K. GULATI
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Petitioners Commissioner of Income Tax
Respondents Simbholi Industries (P.) Ltd.
Citations 1989 SLD 2213, (1989) 176 ITR 505
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Laws Involved Income-tax Act, 1961
Sections 32A, 256