“Section 36(1)(hi)”
The decision most relied on for Section 36(1)(hi) is CIT v. Hi Line Pens Pvt. Ltd. (306 ITR 182), cited in 40 judgments on BharatTax.
Leading authorities on Section 36(1)(hi)
Expenditure incurred on improvements like flooring, partition, wiring, and false ceiling in existing premises is treated as revenue expenditure, not capital expenditure, even if it provides some lasting benefit. Such expenses are deductible if made for efficiently carrying on the business.
Contracts involving development, operation, maintenance, financial involvement, and defect correction are eligible for deduction under section 80-IA(4), even when allotted by government bodies. Such contracts are not considered simple works contracts for the purpose of denying this deduction.
The employer's responsibility for timely payment of employees' contribution to provident fund remains even if wages are paid in the succeeding month. Belated remittance of employees' contribution to the provident fund is not eligible for deduction under Section 36(1)(va) of the Income Tax Act.