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- Refusal to register the firm by the Assistant Commissioner under the Income Tax Act, 1922. Analysis: The case involved a firm previously registered under an instrument of partnership which included Rai Sahib Chiranji Lal and his four sons. After Chiranji Lal's death, the firm applied for renewal of registration, falsely stating that the constitution remained the same. The Assistant Commissioner refused registration and confirmed the assessment. The assessee appealed, arguing based on Rule 2 of the rules made by the Board of Inland Revenue under Section 59 of the Income Tax Act, 1922. The rule allowed registration with the Income Tax Officer with the Assistant Commissioner's permission before assessment confirmation. However, the court found that the Assistant Commissioner's discretion was not subject to control by the court unless perversely exercised. The court examined the reasons for refusal and found them to be cogent and convincing. Citing a similar case, the court upheld the refusal, emphasizing the importance of accurate information in applications. Ultimately, the court answered the question in the affirmative, holding that the Assistant Commissioner's decision was valid, and costs were to be paid by the assessee. This judgment highlights the importance of accurate information in applications for firm registration under the Income Tax Act, 1922. It clarifies that the Assistant Commissioner's discretion in granting registration is not subject to control by the court unless perversely exercised. The court emphasized the need for compliance with rules and factual accuracy in applications, as demonstrated by the rejection in this case due to false information provided. The reference to a similar case further supported the decision to uphold the refusal of registration. Overall, the judgment underscores the significance of adhering to legal requirements and providing truthful details in applications to avoid adverse outcomes such as refusal of registration.
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