taxation law

The definition of assessment has not been provided with the IT Act4, but a perusal of the term within the scope of the Act makes it obvious that it implies an investigation and ascertainment of the correctness of the returns and accounts filed by the Assessee. Essentially the assessment would evidently mean determination of the quantum of taxable turnover and also the quantum of taxable amount payable by the tax payer5. This assessment is made on the basis of returns and.. Full Article

But with that, comes a range of terms which can be difficult to understand. Read our glossary to learn more: Accounting information systems: Computerised accounting systems are essential for all organisations these days. An information systems strea Full Article

In exercise of the powers conferred by clauses (a) and (b) of Explanation 2 to section 90A of the Income-tax Act, 1961 (43 of 1961), the Central Government hereby notifies the following as specified territory and specified association respectively for the purpose of the said section, namely :- Full Article

S. 80HHC; in favor of taxpayer: Post the amendment by Taxation Law Amendment Act, 2005 (effective from 1 April 1998), controversy had arisen as to whether in case of an exporter having export turnover of more than INR100 million (where generally conditions mentioned in section 80HHC cannot be satisfied), the entire sale proceeds of DEPB need to be excluded while calculating the deduction under Section 80HHC or only profit on transfer of DEPB should be excluded. Full Article

In the present scenario, tax is a burden imposed by law. Since our present state rest on the Principles of Rule of Law, the tax administration does not remain a mere revenue collection exercise, it take the shape of administration of a branch of law. Thus the ideal taxation is execution of a well defined law with defined burden, legal-procedural-financial, on the subjects. When such law is administered by an inefficient and corrupt institution, it does not result in mere.. Full Article