Section 272A(1)(d) Penalty: Deterrent for Non-Compliance with Section 142(1) Notices, Not a Revenue Tool. Max Rs. 10,000.

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....Penalty u/s 272A(1)(d) - non compliance to notices u/s 142(1) - The provisions of Section 272A(1)(d) is of deterrent in nature and not for earning revenue. The remedy available with the Assessing Officer lies in framing of best judgment assessment under the provisions of Section 144 of the Act, as he did and not to impose multiple penalties under section 272A(1)(d) of the Act again and again - Levy of penalty restricted to Rs. 10,000/- - AT....