| Case ID |
3816804c-d91f-4dc1-ac13-252649788a64 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
D-2741 of 2016 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 01, 2011 |
| Hearing Date |
Jan 01, 2011 |
| Decision |
The court held that for the purpose of computing deduction under section 80HHC, any deduction already allowed under section 80-IA has to be reduced. This decision was based on the interpretation of the provisions of sections 80-IA and 80HHC, specifically after the amendments made effective from 1-4-1999. The court emphasized that the deductions under these sections are independent of each other, but the introduction of sub-section (9) in section 80-IA has made it clear that once a deduction is claimed under section 80-IA, it cannot be allowed again under any other provisions of the Income-tax Act. The decision has significant implications for taxpayers claiming multiple deductions under different provisions of the Act, ensuring that the total deductions do not exceed the profits and gains derived from eligible business activities. |
| Summary |
In the case of Great Eastern Exports vs. Commissioner of Income Tax, the Delhi High Court addressed the critical issue of how deductions under the Income-tax Act, particularly sections 80HHC and 80-IA, should be computed. The court's ruling clarified that when an assessee claims a deduction under section 80-IA, the amount of that deduction must be deducted from the gross profits when computing deductions under section 80HHC. This interpretation was influenced by legislative changes made in 1999, highlighting the importance of understanding the relationship between different sections of the Income-tax Act. The ruling aims to prevent taxpayers from claiming excessive deductions that exceed the actual profits and gains derived from their businesses. This case serves as a pivotal reference point for future cases involving similar issues, reinforcing the need for clear accounting practices in tax filings. |
| Court |
Delhi High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
A.K. Sikri,
Ms. Reva Khetrapal
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| Lawyers |
Not available
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| Petitioners |
Great Eastern Exports
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| Respondents |
Commissioner of Income Tax
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| Citations |
2011 SLD 2433 = (2011) 332 ITR 14
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| Other Citations |
Asstt. CIT v. Hindustan Mint & Agro Products (P.) Ltd. [2009] 119 ITD 107 (Delhi) (SB),
J.P. Tobacco Products (P.) Ltd. v. CIT [1998] 229 ITR 123 (MP),
Jt. CIT v. Mandideep Engg. & Packaging India (P.) Ltd. [2007] 292 ITR 1/163 Taxman 337(SC),
CIT v. Chokshi Contacts (P.) Ltd. [2001] 251 ITR 587 /[2002] 120 Taxman 1 (Raj.),
Asstt. CIT v. Rogini Garments [2007] 108 ITD 49 (Chennai) (SB),
SCM Creations v. Asstt. CIT [2008] 304 ITR 319 (Mad.)
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| Laws Involved |
Income-tax Act, 1961
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| Sections |
80HHC,
80-IA,
80-IB
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