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Court sets aside non-speaking orders demanding 20% deposit under Income Tax Act, directs fresh order issuance. The Court allowed the petition, setting aside the non-speaking orders that demanded a 20% deposit under Section 220(6) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The ...
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Court sets aside non-speaking orders demanding 20% deposit under Income Tax Act, directs fresh order issuance.
The Court allowed the petition, setting aside the non-speaking orders that demanded a 20% deposit under Section 220(6) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The Assessing Authority was directed to issue a fresh order within 15 days, considering the petitioner's application and adhering to the Guidelines for Staying Demand, specifically Clause (C)(v). Compliance was to be ensured by communicating the fresh order via email to the parties involved.
Issues: Challenge to order requiring deposit of 20% of demand under Section 220(6) of Income Tax Act, 1961 - Non-speaking orders violating Guidelines for Staying Demand.
Analysis: The petitioner sought to quash an order dated 23-1-2020 by the Assessing Authority demanding a 20% deposit while disposing of an application under Section 220(6) of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Additionally, the order dated 18-3-2020 by the Principal Commissioner confirming the Assessing Authority's decision was also challenged. Both orders were found to be non-speaking, contrary to the Guidelines for Staying Demand. The Guidelines, particularly Clause (C)(v), require the Assessing Officer to consider all relevant factors and issue a speaking order when dealing with such applications.
The Court noted that despite the petitioner providing a detailed application under Section 220(6) outlining reasons for seeking a complete stay order, the authorities failed to address any of the grounds in their non-speaking orders. This was deemed a violation of the Instructions and Guidelines issued by the Department. Consequently, the Court allowed the petition, setting aside both orders. The Assessing Authority was directed to pass a fresh order within 15 days, taking into account the observations made by the Court and adhering to the applicable Guidelines. The fresh order was to be communicated via email to either party, ensuring compliance with the law and the Guidelines for Staying Demand.
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