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ITAT directs deletion of ad-hoc disallowance, stresses evidence importance. The ITAT allowed the appeal, directing the AO to delete the ad-hoc disallowance of Rs. 2,09,135. The judgment emphasized the importance of proper ...
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ITAT directs deletion of ad-hoc disallowance, stresses evidence importance.
The ITAT allowed the appeal, directing the AO to delete the ad-hoc disallowance of Rs. 2,09,135. The judgment emphasized the importance of proper examination and evidence for claimed expenditures, highlighting adherence to statutory procedures and principles of law in assessment procedures.
Issues: Ad-hoc disallowance of expenses
Analysis: The appeal was against the Ld. CIT(A)'s order confirming the ad-hoc disallowance of expenses made by the AO. The AO disallowed 10% of the claim of expenses amounting to Rs. 2,09,135 as the expenses were incurred in cash and supported by self-made debit vouchers. The AO raised concerns about the genuineness of the transactions due to the lack of party-wise details provided by the assessee. The assessee contended that all payments were supported by proper vouchers and maintained records, emphasizing the necessity to employ local workers due to union rules in village areas. However, the AO rejected the explanation and made the ad-hoc disallowance.
The ITAT noted that the assessee was engaged in the business of running a cold storage facility, incurring expenses for collie and cartage charges. The payments were made based on the quantity handled, with rates similar to nearby cold storages. The AO's rejection was based on three reasons: lack of party-wise details, past non-disallowance not being a ground, and local union rules not proving the absence of extra expenditure. Sample bills were produced for verification, showing charges linked to the quantity stored. The ITAT observed that the AO did not follow the required procedure under the Income-tax Act, resorting to ad-hoc disallowance without proper examination or rejection of accounts as per Section 145(3). The AO's approach was deemed arbitrary and a violation of the Rule of Law, leading to the direction to delete the disallowance.
In conclusion, the ITAT allowed the appeal, directing the AO to delete the ad-hoc disallowance of Rs. 2,09,135. The judgment highlighted the importance of proper examination and evidence for claimed expenditures, emphasizing adherence to statutory procedures and principles of law in assessment procedures.
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