I have not maintained any books of account. and I have also not done audit under Income tax act.
I am liable for maintaining books of account and also for tax audit.
what is the safer side for me.
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This discussion explores potential penalties under the Income Tax Act for failing to maintain books of account and undergo a tax audit. It clarifies that penalties under sections 271A (for non-maintenance of books) and 271B (for failure to get audited) may apply. While some argue only one penalty might be levied, the consensus leans towards both being possible if both conditions are breached. It's strongly advised to rectify the situation by preparing accounts and getting audited promptly to avoid or mitigate penalties.
For non maintenance of books penalty under section 217A as per 44AA a maximum of 25000 for not audited then penalty as per 44AB under section 217B maximum of rs 150000 but if you give valid reason for why you unable to do so then no penalty will be there
@ ayusmita Excuse me ma'am there is only one penalty because if there non maintenance of books of accounts where comes the audit of them. so only 25000/- will be your penalty. read related case law. thanks
As per the supreme court judgement if you do not maintain books of account the penalty can be levied only for not maintenance of books account and not for tax audit. this is one of the awesome loophole, for if you do not get audited, take penalty of not maintenance of books of account instead of tax audit penalty