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Sid Sidharth

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18 September 2015 Please describe charging sections of pgbp on compensation.

Sid Sidharth

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18 September 2015 Unable to understand

Aashok Kumar Sharma

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21 July 2024 In the context of Indian income tax law, when a taxpayer receives compensation or any payment related to business or profession, it falls under the ambit of "Profit and Gains of Business or Profession" (PGBP). The charging sections under PGBP that govern the taxation of compensation or similar receipts are primarily found in Sections 28 to 44 of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Here’s a brief overview of these sections as they relate to compensation:

1. **Section 28**: This section defines the scope of income chargeable under the head "Profits and Gains of Business or Profession". It includes compensation received for loss of agency or termination of agency.

2. **Section 28(i)**: Specifically covers any compensation or other payment due to or received by a person in connection with the termination or modification of terms relating to his agency.

3. **Section 28(ii)**: Covers compensation or other payments due to or received by any person for the termination or modification of any agreement relating to his business.

4. **Section 28(iv)**: Covers any compensation or other payment due to or received by any person in connection with the modification of the terms or conditions governing his appointment as a managing agent, secretaries and treasurers, etc.

5. **Section 37(1)**: This section allows for the deduction of any revenue expenditure (including compensation) laid out or expended wholly and exclusively for the purposes of business or profession.

6. **Section 56(2)(vii)**: If compensation received is not covered under PGBP, it may be taxable under the head "Income from other sources".

### Example Scenario:

Suppose Mr. A, a consultant, receives compensation of Rs. 10 lakh from a company due to the termination of his consultancy agreement. Here’s how it might be treated:

- **Taxability**: The compensation received by Mr. A would generally be taxable under the head "Profits and Gains of Business or Profession" as per Section 28 or Section 37(1), depending on the nature of the compensation.

- **Deductions**: Mr. A can claim any expenses incurred wholly and exclusively for the purpose of his consultancy business under Section 37(1), thereby reducing his taxable income.

- **Reporting**: The compensation received should be reported in Mr. A’s income tax return under the appropriate head, and taxes should be paid accordingly.

### Conclusion:

Understanding the charging sections of PGBP related to compensation is crucial for determining the tax implications of such receipts. Taxpayers and professionals should carefully evaluate the nature of the compensation received, its relation to their business or profession, and apply the relevant provisions of the Income Tax Act to ensure accurate tax compliance.

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