Property tax in calculating income from house property

This discussion explores whether property tax paid can be deducted when calculating income from a house property, particularly if no rent was received during the financial year due to circumstances like COVID-19. The consensus is that property tax is generally deductible if the property is let out or deemed let out. Even with a loss of rent, the property tax can still be considered, potentially creating a loss that can be set off against other income. However, the specific rules might apply differently to commercial properties compared to residential ones.