| Case ID |
f7e5e5a7-2d38-4b13-bf19-f25e04e36837 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
INCOME-TAX REFERENCE Nos. 7 AND 8 OF 1973 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 02, 1974 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Tribunal upheld the decision of the Appellate Assistant Commissioner, determining that the new company was entitled to the tax holiday under section 84 of the Income-tax Act. The court found that the new company was a separate and distinct entity that had purchased the business of the assessee company, thereby qualifying for the exemption under section 84. The conditions for reconstruction were not met as it was established that there was an outright sale and not a mere reconstruction of the existing business. The revenue department did not challenge this finding of fact, thus affirming the Tribunal's decision. |
| Summary |
In the landmark case of INCOME-TAX REFERENCE Nos. 7 AND 8 OF 1973, the High Court addressed the complexities surrounding tax deductions available under the Income-tax Act, 1961, specifically section 84. This case involved Devson Ltd., which was engaged in the retail sale of liquors and had established a branch for manufacturing alcoholic spirits. Following a series of transactions, a new company, Kashmir Fruit and Chemical Industries Ltd., was formed and claimed tax deductions under section 84, citing its status as a new business. The court examined the nature of the transactions between the two entities and concluded that the new company was a legitimate successor, thus eligible for the tax holiday. The ruling emphasized the distinction between mere reconstruction of a business and a legitimate sale, which has significant implications for tax law and corporate restructuring. This decision is crucial for companies looking to understand their eligibility for tax deductions when undergoing significant changes in structure or ownership. The case reinforces the importance of clear legal definitions in tax law and the necessity for businesses to comprehend their legal status post-restructuring, ensuring they are aligned with the provisions of the Income-tax Act. |
| Court |
High Court
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| Entities Involved |
Devson Ltd.,
Kashmir Fruit and Chemical Industries Ltd.
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| Judges |
S.M.F. Ali, C.J.,
Jaswant Singh, J.
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| Lawyers |
J.N. Bhan,
H.L. Bhagotra
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| Petitioners |
Devson Ltd.
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| Respondents |
Commissioner of Income Tax
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| Citations |
1975 SLD 546 = (1975) 98 ITR 311
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| Other Citations |
CIT v. Gaekwar foam & Rubber Co. [1959] 35 ITR 662 (Bom.),
CIT v. B.M. Kharwar [1969] 72 ITR 603 ; [1969] 1 SCR 651 (SC),
Addl CIT v. Sadiq Ali & Bros. [1973] 92 ITR 276 (J&K)
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| Laws Involved |
Income-tax Act, 1961
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| Sections |
84
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