| Case ID |
2d7ec7b2-104f-4bd8-8eef-0ee3a2a2c2cc |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
W.T.As. Nos.246(IB) to 255(IB) of 2001-2002 |
| Decision Date |
Feb 27, 2003 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 25, 2003 |
| Decision |
The Appellate Tribunal upheld the decision of the First Appellate Authority to remand the case back to the Assessing Officer. The Tribunal concluded that the sole legal heir representing the deceased assessee failed to notify the Assessing Officer about the existence of other legal heirs. As a result, the notices served were deemed valid as there was no indication that the other legal heirs were not properly represented or notified. The Tribunal emphasized that the legal heir had a duty to inform their Authorized Representative about all legal heirs, which was not fulfilled. Therefore, the Tribunal maintained the First Appellate Authority’s order and rejected the appeal. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the Wealth Tax Act and the Income Tax Ordinance, focusing on the legal representation of a deceased assessee. A significant aspect of the case was the failure to serve notices to all legal heirs, leading to legal complications in the assessment process. The Tribunal determined that the representation by one legal heir through an Authorized Representative was insufficient without informing the Assessing Officer of other legal heirs. The decision highlights the importance of proper legal procedures in tax assessments, particularly in cases involving deceased individuals. The ruling sets a precedent on how legal heirs must ensure that all parties are informed and represented in tax matters, thereby safeguarding their rights and interests. This case serves as a crucial reference for tax practitioners, legal representatives, and individuals dealing with similar situations. Keywords such as 'Wealth Tax Act', 'Income Tax Ordinance', 'legal heirs representation', and 'tax assessment procedures' are essential for understanding the implications of this ruling. |
| Court |
Appellate Tribunal Inland Revenue
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
Syed Masood-ul-Hassan Shah,
Syed Aqeel Zafar-ul-Hasan
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| Lawyers |
Syed Qalbe Abbas Bukhari,
Abdul Jaleel D.R.
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| Petitioners |
Not available
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| Respondents |
Not available
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| Citations |
2003 SLD 300,
2003 PTD 2064,
(2003) 88 TAX 211
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| Other Citations |
1998 PTD 408,
2002 PTD (Trib.) 272,
2002 PTD 102
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| Laws Involved |
Wealth Tax Act, (XV of 1963),
Income Tax Ordinance, 1979
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| Sections |
16,
74(2)
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