CIT vs. MADHU SILK TEXTILES,

ITR/70/1999HC GujaratGJHC24025228199928 July 2008Author: HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE K.A.PUJ,HONOURABLE MR. JUSTICE BANKIM.N.MEHTA9 pages
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What were the facts?

The assessee, Madhu Silk Textiles, an industrial undertaking, claimed deductions under Sections 80HHA and 80-I, and Section 32AB for Assessment Year 1989-90. The assessee operated two units, Unit I and Unit II, maintaining separate books of accounts. Unit I showed a profit of Rs. 8,55,755, while Unit II incurred a loss of Rs. 1,47,292. The Assessing Officer (AO) deducted the loss of Unit II from the profits of Unit I before allowing deductions under Sections 80HHA and 80-I, and also deducted Rs. 1,33,169 under Section 32AB. The Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals) [CIT(A)] allowed the deductions from the gross total income of Unit I before adjusting the loss of Unit II and before the Section 32AB deduction. The revenue appealed to the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), which upheld the CIT(A)'s order.

What did the High Court hold?

The High Court declined to answer Question (1) and remanded it to the ITAT. The Court found that the Tribunal was not justified in allowing deductions under Sections 80HHA and 80-I from Unit I's profits without considering Unit II's loss, solely relying on CIT V/s. Canara Workshops Private Limited, as the facts were not similar. The Court emphasized the need to ascertain whether the units were run separately and if manufacturing activities were carried out independently. The ITAT was directed to ascertain these facts and adjust its decision accordingly. For Question (2), the Court held that the issue was squarely covered by the Supreme Court's decision in Motilal Pesticides (I.) Private Limited, which was followed by the Rajasthan High Court in Vijay Industries. Therefore, the deduction under Section 32AB should be considered after allowing deductions under Sections 80HHA and 80-I, meaning the latter deductions are to be calculated on the net income after considering all eligible deductions, including those under Section 32AB. The question was answered in the negative, in favour of the revenue.

What were the issues?

1. Whether the Appellate Tribunal is right in law and on facts in confirming the order passed by the CIT(A) directing the AO to allow the claim under Section 80HHA and 80-I of the Act from the profits of Unit I without considering the loss of Unit II? (Question of law and fact turning on Sections 80HHA and 80-I). - Assessee's contention (as per CIT(A) and ITAT): Deductions under Sections 80HHA and 80-I should be allowed from the gross total income of Unit I before adjusting the loss of Unit II. Relied on CIT V/s. Canara Workshops Private Limited (1986) 161 ITR 320. - Revenue's contention: The Tribunal's reliance on Canara Workshops is uncalled for as the facts are not similar. There is no record to suggest Unit I and II are separate manufacturing units, and maintaining separate books of accounts does not automatically entitle the assessee to claim deductions from Unit I without considering Unit II's loss. 2. Whether the Appellate Tribunal is right in law and on facts in confirming the order passed by the CIT(A) directing the AO to consider the deduction under Section 32AB after allowing deduction under Section 80HHA and 80-I of the Act as aforesaid? (Question of law and fact turning on Sections 80HHA, 80-I, and 32AB). - Assessee's contention (as per CIT(A) and ITAT): Deductions under Sections 80HHA and 80-I should be allowed before the deduction under Section 32AB. Relied on CIT V/s. Tarun Udyog (1991) 191 ITR 688. - Revenue's contention: The issue is covered in favour of the revenue by the Supreme Court decision in Motilal Pesticides (I.) Private Limited V/s. Commissioner of Income-Tax (2000) 243 ITR 26, holding that special deductions are allowable on net income, not gross income. Also relied on Vijay Industries V/s. Commissioner of Income-tax (2004) 270 ITR 175, stating that profits and gains should be computed considering unabsorbed depreciation, current depreciation, and investment allowance.

Which sections of the Income-tax Act were involved?

Section 80HHA,Section 80-I,Section 32AB,Section 256(1)

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ITR/70/1999 1/9 JUDGMENT IN THE HIGH COURT OF GUJARAT AT AHMEDABAD INCOME TAX REFERENCE No. 70 of 1999 For Approval and Signature: HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE K.A.PUJ HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE BANKIM.N.MEHTA ====================================

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Whether Reporters of Local Papers may be allowed to see the judgment ? YES

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To be referred to the Reporter or not ? NO 3. Whether their Lordships wish to see the fair copy of the judgment ? NO 4. Whether this case involves a substantial question of law as to the interpretation of the constitution of India, 1950 or any order made thereunder ? NO 5. Whether it is to be circulated to the civil judge ? NO ==================================== CIT - Applicant Versus MADHU SILK TEXTILES - Respondent ==================================== Appearance : MR MANISH R BHATT for Applicant. SERVED BY RPAD - (N) for Respondent. ====================================

ITR/70/1999 2/9 JUDGMENT CORAM : HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE K.A.PUJ and HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE BANKIM.N.MEHTA Date : 28/07/2008 ORAL JUDGMENT (Per : HONOURABLE MR.JUSTICE K.A.PUJ)

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