“section 54EC bonds”
The decision most relied on for section 54EC bonds is CIT v. C. Jaichander (370 ITR 579), cited in 35 judgments on BharatTax.
Leading authorities on section 54EC bonds
An assessee is eligible for deduction under section 54EC even if the investment of capital gains is made in two different financial years, provided the investment is within six months from the date of transfer of the capital asset.
Investment in bonds for Section 54EC deduction made within six months from the date of transfer of the original asset is considered proper, even if made in different financial years.
A delay in investing in Section 54EC bonds can be condoned, and the deduction shall not be disallowed, particularly when the bonds were unavailable in the market within the prescribed period from the date of transfer. The Assessing Officer is directed to verify the facts and allow the deduction under Section 54EC.