Ignorance of law is not excuse and cannot be a ground to avoid tax liability

Whirlpool of India Ltd. Vs. DCIT (ITAT Delhi) In the present case, there is admission on part of the assessee that the quantum of depreciation claim was incorrectly computed at enhanced cost. It is well settled principle that ignorance of law is not excused and cannot be a ground to avoid tax liability. The Assessee in the instant case is renowned Ltd. Company and accounts of the company are duly audited by the qualified auditors. Before filing the returns of income, the same are verified by the Directors of the Company. Therefore, it cannot be considered as mere clerical error on part of the...