M.V. Sonavala v. CIT

177 ITR 246High Court1989#4305 most cited

What is M.V. Sonavala v. CIT authority for?

The Assessing Officer can determine the annual value of a property based on what it might reasonably be let for from year to year or its annual ratable value, especially when rent is not charged or is below market rates. This approach is permissible under Section 23(1)(a) of the Income-tax Act.

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M.V. Sonavala v. CIT · 177 ITR 246 · Section 23(1)(a) · annual value of property · municipal ratable value · market rent · property letting

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