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Salem Urban Co-operative Bank limited Vs ITO (Madras high court)
Introduction: The case of Salem Urban Co-operative Bank Limited versus the Income Tax Officer (ITO) before the Madras High Court revolves around the appellant’s plea for waiver of a 10% pre-deposit demand amid financial distress. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the judgment and its implications.
Detailed Analysis: The appellant, Salem Urban Co-operative Bank Limited, contested the orders of assessment for the fiscal years 2018-2019 and 2019-2020. They sought to appeal these orders but faced challenges in meeting the 20% pre-deposit requirement due to severe financial constraints. Despite their plea for waiver, the second respondent initially permitted the deposit in installments. Dissatisfied with this decision, the appellant filed writ petitions, leading to further modifications by the court.
During the hearings, the appellant argued that the assessment orders lacked merit, particularly regarding exemptions under Section 80P (2) of the Income Tax Act. Additionally, they highlighted that they had already paid 10% of the demanded amount, emphasizing their commitment to fulfilling obligations despite financial adversity.
Conversely, the respondents, represented by the Senior Standing Counsel, upheld the necessity of the pre-deposit, citing it as a prerequisite for entertaining statutory appeals. They contended that any deviation from this requirement would undermine the legal process and prejudice the respondents.
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