Yes,FBT is applicable on any expenditure incurred for the purposes covered in clauses (A) to (P) of Sub section (2) of 115WB.It doesn't matter whether exp are incurred prior or after the commencement of business.
dear also see the Question No 16 of CBDTs Circullar No 8/2005 Dtd 29.08.2005.
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