| Case ID |
2541a7fd-5010-4b92-8c46-de1dc261695e |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Miscellaneous Civil Case No. 258 of 1993 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 25, 1996 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Tribunal confirmed the order of the Commissioner regarding the valuation of closing stock in the context of a partnership firm dissolution. The court ruled that the closing stock must be valued at the prevailing market price to accurately reflect the trading results at the time of the firm's cessation. This decision reinforces the principle that the real rights of partners can only be adjusted based on the market value of assets rather than historical cost. The ruling emphasizes the need for accurate asset valuation in partnership dissolution cases, aligning with precedents set in previous Supreme Court rulings. |
| Summary |
In the case of Miscellaneous Civil Case No. 258 of 1993, the Madhya Pradesh High Court addressed the issue of stock valuation in the context of a dissolved partnership firm under the Income Tax Act, 1922. The court found that the previous assessment of the firm's closing stock at Rs.250 per kg was erroneous, given that the market rate was significantly higher. The decision underscored the importance of using current market values for accurate financial reporting and the fair distribution of assets among partners. This case serves as a critical reference for accountants and legal practitioners involved in partnership dissolutions, emphasizing the need for adherence to market valuation principles. The ruling aligns with established case law, particularly the Supreme Court's A.L.A. Firm v. CIT, which holds that true trading results cannot be ascertained without considering the market value of stock. This decision is essential for ensuring compliance with tax regulations and maintaining fairness in financial practices. |
| Court |
Madhya Pradesh High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
A. K. Mathur, C.J.,
N. K. Jain, J
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| Lawyers |
S.C. Goyal,
D.D. Vyas
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| Petitioners |
COMMISSIONER OF Income Tax
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| Respondents |
NATHULAL JAWARCHAND
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| Citations |
1999 SLD 313,
1999 PTD 2195,
(1997) 227 ITR 251
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| Other Citations |
A.L.A. Firm v. CIT (1991) 189 ITR 285 (SC)
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| Laws Involved |
Income Tax Act, 1922
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| Sections |
Not available
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