| Case ID |
167f24ba-3aae-4159-a0f5-b1d597254e39 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
TAX CASE No. 177 OF 1961 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 29, 1963 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Tribunal was correct in holding that the profits from the sale of buses were taxable under section 10(2)(vii) of the Income-tax Act. The assessee's argument was rejected, and it was determined that the sale occurred before the closure of the business, thus making the profits taxable. The case highlighted the interpretation of amendments in tax law and the validity of ordinances in effect at the time of the transactions. The court emphasized that the repeal of earlier ordinances did not nullify their legal implications during their enforcement period, providing clarity on tax obligations under the Income Tax Act. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the taxation of profits from the sale of buses by a partnership firm under the Income Tax Act, 1961. The central issue was whether the profits from the sale of ten buses were taxable under section 10(2)(vii) given the timing of the sale in relation to the closure of the business. The court ruled that the profits were taxable as the sale occurred before the formal closure of business operations. The case underscores the importance of understanding the implications of legislative amendments and the continuity of business operations in tax law. It also illustrates the legal interpretations related to the timing of asset sales during winding-up processes, making it a significant reference for tax practitioners and legal professionals. Key takeaways include the relevance of evidence in establishing the timeline of business operations and the impact of legislative changes on tax liabilities. This case serves as a precedent for future cases involving similar issues of business cessation and tax obligations. |
| Court |
Madras High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
JAGADISAN,
SRINIVASAN
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| Lawyers |
K.R. Ramamani,
Subbaraya Aiyar,
Sethuraman,
Padmanabhan,
C.S. Prakash Rao,
S. Ranganathan
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| Petitioners |
R.V.M., T.V.D. & Co
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| Respondents |
Commissioner of INCOME TAX
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| Citations |
1963 SLD 54,
(1963) 50 ITR 23
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Income Tax Act, 1961
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| Sections |
41(2)
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