Analysis of ITAT's Decision on Surplus Stock Taxation

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..... the classification of income under tax law. The case revolves around the proper categorization of surplus stock found during a survey by the tax authorities. The key legal issue was whether this surplus stock should be treated as 'Business Income' or as 'Income from Other Sources', with significant implications for the tax rate applicable. The decision touches upon intricate aspect .....

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..... ctions 69B and 115BBE of the Income Tax Act. Section 69B deals with the taxation of unexplained investments, while section 115BBE pertains to the tax rates applicable to certain incomes, including income from undisclosed sources. The appellant's primary argument was that the excess stock found during the survey was a result of regular business activity and hence should be categorized as ' .....

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..... stock to the partners' capital account, suggesting a link to regular business activities. * Inclusion in Stock Register: The excess stock was included in the stock register, indicating that it was part of the normal inventory. * Judicial Precedents: The tribunal relied on past decisions which supported the notion that if excess stock is related to regular business activities, it should be .....

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