Vivek Jalan
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By terminating the services of a vendor, an assessee may intend to save the expense that it would have had to incur in the relevant previous year as well as for few more years going ahead. However, it cannot be said that this saving is an enduring benefit or has resulted in creating an asset. Thus,
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FAQ :
Yes, payments made for the termination of a contract are generally considered allowable deductions under the Income Tax Act, provided they are made for business considerations and commercial expediency, and do not result in an enduring benefit or the creation of an asset.
Revenue expenditure is typically for day-to-day operations and provides short-term benefits, often being tax-deductible. Capital expenditure results in an enduring benefit or the creation of a capital asset, and while not immediately deductible, may be eligible for depreciation.
Yes, depreciation can be claimed on certain intangible assets under Section 32(1)(ii) of the Income Tax Act, which includes 'business or commercial rights of similar nature' and other categories not exhaustively listed.
Yes, non-compete fees paid to an ex-employee or another party create rights that provide enduring benefits and protect a business from competition, thus they are considered intangible assets eligible for depreciation.
No, terminating a contract does not necessarily create an enduring benefit or an income-yielding asset. If the termination is for business reasons and commercial expediency, it is treated differently from capital expenditure.
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