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1. Determination of the assessee's status as 'Individual' or 'Hindu undivided family'. 2. Consideration of relevant materials by the Tribunal. 3. Impact of new facts or materials on the Tribunal's decision. 4. Impression of self-acquired property with the character of Hindu undivided family. 5. Blending of inherited ancestral properties with properties impressed with Hindu undivided family character. 6. Tribunal's consideration of legal submissions and judgments. 7. Adjudication on orders under sections 143(3) and 171. 8. Compliance with the Supreme Court judgment regarding family status. Analysis: The judgment involves two references related to the Income-tax Act, 1961. The first reference pertains to the assessment years 1971-72 to 1974-75, while the second reference is for the assessment years 1968-69 to 1970-71. The primary issue in both references is the determination of the assessee's status as 'Individual' or 'Hindu undivided family'. The Tribunal's decisions were challenged through various questions raised in both references, including the consideration of relevant materials, impact of new facts, and the impression of self-acquired property with the character of a Hindu undivided family. The judgment extensively discusses the oral and documentary evidence presented, including witness testimonies and assessment orders from previous years. The inconsistency in the status of the assessee in different assessment orders is highlighted, raising questions about the lack of consistency in determining the assessee's status. The legal counsel argued based on Hindu law principles regarding the declaration of personal property as joint property, emphasizing the significance of the will dated July 1, 1957, in determining the character of the inherited property. Furthermore, the judgment delves into the application of section 171 of the Income-tax Act, 1961, and its relation to the assessment of income from joint family properties. Reference is made to relevant case law and the scope of section 25A, emphasizing the finality of assessment orders for each year and the principle of comity incorporated in such provisions. Ultimately, the Court held that the Tribunal's order was not flawed, ruling against the assessee on the first question in both references. The decision on the assessee's status impacted the resolution of other questions, leading to a comprehensive answer in favor of the Revenue. The judgment concludes by stating that no costs are awarded, with agreement from the presiding judges. This detailed analysis of the judgment showcases the intricate legal arguments, factual considerations, and statutory provisions involved in resolving the issues raised in the references before the High Court.
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