09 January 2013
Mr. A is a salaried employee and owns a bike. He uses the same for the purpose of commuting to the office. Cost of the same on 27-7-2006 when he purchased it was Rs. 50000. He sells this bike on 8-1-2013 for Rs. 40000. b. Whether the loss/profit on this sale is taxable ? c. If no, why ? d. If yes, why? e. If yes, under which head of income is it taxable ? f. Answer all the above questions assuming that Mr. A is carrying on the business and uses the bike for to and fro to office and claims depreciation on the same. Assumption no other assets in that block.
09 January 2013
If the asset is used for business and depreciation is claimed, then the gain if any arising out of that will be regarded as short term capital gain. = 40,000 - WDV as on 1/4/2012