VAT - Validity of assessment order - division of contract into two parts...

VAT and Sales Tax

Validity of assessment order - division of contract into two parts i.e. supply of goods and works contract - the agreement, which was arrived between the parties, did not segregate between works contract and the material to be supplied. The agreement specifically provided for the payment of lump-sum money to the contractor for the material as well as the works contract. The interpretation given by the Assessing Authority and Tribunal cannot be sustained in view of the agreement arrived between the parties. - HC

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