Deferment of Depreciation

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This discussion explores whether companies can defer depreciation on fixed assets that are not in use due to COVID-19 lockdowns. It questions the applicability of depreciation for both accounting and tax purposes during this period, and whether the concept of obsolescence still applies. The consensus is that depreciation cannot be deferred, and the query seeks legal provisions to support this.

30 March 2020 Considering the current situation of lockdown due to Covid-19, fixed assets purchased by the company will not be in use for a specific period of time (for 21 days as of now starting from 25th March'20.

Can we still claim depreciation in books as well as for tax purposes?

Or Can we defer the depreciation amount for the number of days during which the asset was not put in use.

Will the clause of obsolescence be applicable even during this phase?

30 March 2020 No, the depreciation cannot be deferred.

30 March 2020 Thanks.

Is there any provision under Company Law and IT Act to justify the same?


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