Court Clarifies Section 153C: Ensures Income Assessment for Non-Searched Individuals, Aligning with Finance Act 2015 Intent.

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....Scope of amendment brought to Section 153C introduced vide Finance Act, 2015 w.e.f. 01.06.2015 - any interpretation, which may frustrate the very object and purpose of the Act / Statute shall be avoided by the Court. If the interpretation as canvassed on behalf of the respective respondents is accepted, in that case, even the object and purpose of Section 153C namely, for assessment of income of any other person (other than the searched person) shall be frustrated. - SC....