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- Application under section 27(3) of the Wealth-tax Act regarding the evaluation of land value. - Determination of fair market value of agricultural land for wealth tax assessment. - Challenge of valuation by Revenue before the Income-tax Appellate Tribunal. - Consideration of comparable cases for valuation. - Allegation of perverse decision by the Income-tax Appellate Tribunal. - Rejection of application under section 27(3) by the Commissioner. Analysis: The judgment pertains to an application made under section 27(3) of the Wealth-tax Act regarding the evaluation of land value for wealth tax assessment. The case involved determining the fair market value of agricultural land owned by an individual. The dispute arose when the Revenue challenged the valuation made by the Appellate Assistant Commissioner before the Income-tax Appellate Tribunal. The Revenue contended that the land's value was underestimated, considering its location in a prime area with modern amenities. The Tribunal, however, accepted the valuation determined by the Commissioner of Income-tax (Appeals) as correct, based on the lack of comparable cases presented by the Revenue. The Tribunal's decision was challenged on the grounds of being perverse, alleging that relevant material was not properly evaluated, and incorrect conclusions were drawn. The court analyzed the facts presented, emphasizing the importance of considering comparable cases for determining the market value of the land. The court highlighted that the valuation should be based on the prevailing rates of similarly situated lands, which is a factual determination. The court noted that the Revenue failed to provide evidence to support a higher valuation, especially when a comparable case was presented during the proceedings. The court further explained that the determination of fair market value is a factual finding, and unless there is clear evidence of overlooking material facts or evidence, a decision cannot be deemed perverse. The court emphasized that the valuation method based on comparable cases in the vicinity was followed, and the Revenue's failure to establish a higher market value was crucial in this case. Ultimately, the court dismissed the reference applications, finding no merit in the Revenue's challenge to the valuation. The judgment underscores the importance of providing substantial evidence to support valuation disputes and the significance of comparable cases in determining fair market value for wealth tax assessment.
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