This discussion clarifies the income tax treatment of a capital receipt, specifically compensation received from a builder for failing to hand over a plot. The consensus is that such compensation, beyond the refund of the advance, is generally not taxable. It can be shown under 'exempt income' in the Income Tax Return (ITR) under the 'Any other' nature, without needing to quote a specific section number. While a case law or specific section isn't strictly required for declaration, resources are provided for self-satisfaction and further research.
23 January 2020
compensation received from a builder for his failure to hand over a plot for which 50 % advance was paid 7 years back..Besides refund of the advance amount, the compensation Rs. 13 lakh has been allowed by the State consumer disputes redressal commission..
23 January 2020
Generally it is NOT taxable. Care be taken to read the exact words of the order. You can show it under exempt income. Nature : Any other. Write the description and amount
26 January 2020
Respected Sir, I agree that Section is not required to be quoted. But section, rule, order, judgement on the subject is required for self satisfaction, before availing the exemption. So, very kindly intimate one case law or anything which can be relied upon, in support of your advice. With best regards
30 January 2020
Respected Sir, Before writing (22January 2020) the query, I had seen the available information and got the hint that the compensation received from builder for failure to give possession of plot held not taxable. In order to get the exact No. of case law, ITAT, Court, full particulars, which may enable me to get the complete judgement from the internet, I had made(26January 2020) this query. The desired information is still awaited. Thank you, for taking interest in solving my query. I hope to get a good solution. With best regards