Popular Vehicles & Services P. Ltd. v. CIT
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What is Popular Vehicles & Services P. Ltd. v. CIT authority for?
Employees' contributions to ESI and PF are not deductible if deposited after the due dates specified in the respective welfare statutes, even if paid before the income tax return filing due date under section 139(1). This is because sections 36(1)(va) and 43B operate independently, with section 36(1)(va) specifically governing such contributions.
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Popular Vehicles & Services · employees' contribution ESI PF · section 36(1)(va) · section 43B · belated deposit · due date for deduction · section 139(1) · disallowance · income tax return filing · section 2(24)(x)