| Case ID |
5e76ba7a-5130-48d0-999b-0801d53c3230 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
D.B. IT APPEAL No. 61 OF 2001 |
| Decision Date |
Jul 13, 2004 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The appeal was dismissed, affirming the Tribunal's decision to allow the registration of the assessee-firm despite its initial return status of URF. The Tribunal found reasonable grounds for the delay in the submission of the partnership deed and determined that the firm was genuine. The Assessing Officer's rejection of the registration application was not upheld, as the reasons for the delay were deemed valid. The case highlighted the importance of treating genuine firms with fairness in the face of procedural technicalities. |
| Summary |
In this significant ruling by the Rajasthan High Court, the court examined the case of an assessee firm that sought registration under the Income-tax Act, 1961 after filing a return in the status of URF for the assessment year 1990-91. The case revolved around the application for registration that was delayed due to the partnership deed being retained by the authorised representative. The court emphasized the importance of recognizing genuine firms and provided a clear interpretation of Section 184 concerning the registration of firms. This decision affirms the need for judicial discretion in procedural matters, particularly when genuine reasons for delays are presented. The ruling is essential for tax professionals and firms navigating similar situations in compliance with tax regulations. The decision reflects the court's commitment to uphold the principles of equity and justice in tax matters, ensuring that genuine firms are not penalized for procedural lapses. Keywords like 'Income-tax Act', 'registration of firms', and 'genuine firms' are essential for understanding the context and implications of this ruling. |
| Court |
Rajasthan High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Rajasthan Construction Co.
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| Judges |
Y.R. MEENA,
PRAKASH TATIA
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| Lawyers |
Sangeet Lodha,
Anjay Kothari
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| Petitioners |
Commissioner of Income Tax
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| Respondents |
Rajasthan Construction Co.
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| Citations |
2005 SLD 2227,
(2005) 274 ITR 44
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| Other Citations |
CIT v. Sitaram Bhagwandas [1976] 102 ITR 560 (Pat.)
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| Laws Involved |
Income-tax Act, 1961
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| Sections |
184,
143(3)
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