Political contribution deductions require assessee-specific proof before cash-back allegations can justify disallowance or unexplained-money additions...
ITAT allowed the assessee's appeal and remanded the matter to CIT(A) for fresh adjudication. The tribunal found insufficient evidence to conclusively determine the source of cash deposits, noting a 15-20 day gap between cash withdrawals and redeposits. While the AO alleged unexplained cash deposits under Section 69A, the tribunal observed that the burden of proof was on the AO to establish undisclosed sources, which was not adequately discharged. The case was restored to CIT(A) to thoroughly examine the assessee's cash flow statement and factual claims, ensuring principles of natural justice are followed in reassessing the unexplained cash deposits.
ITAT allowed the assessee's appeal and remanded the matter to CIT(A) for fresh adjudication. The tribunal found insufficient evidence to conclusively determine the source of cash deposits, noting a 15-20 day gap between cash withdrawals and redeposits. While the AO alleged unexplained cash deposits under Section 69A, the tribunal observed that the burden of proof was on the AO to establish undisclosed sources, which was not adequately discharged. The case was restored to CIT(A) to thoroughly examine the assessee's cash flow statement and factual claims, ensuring principles of natural justice are followed in reassessing the unexplained cash deposits.
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