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Assessment of income for Hindu undivided family - Justification for estimate of headquarter profits - Inclusion of specific amounts in total income - Taxation of remittances from abroad - Interpretation of Section 4(2) - Proper construction of legal provisions. Analysis: The case involved the assessment of income for a Hindu undivided family with business operations in various locations. The primary issues included the justification for estimating headquarter profits, the inclusion of specific amounts in total income, and the taxation of remittances from abroad. The assessee contested the assessment and sought clarification on legal questions under Section 66(2) of the Indian Income Tax Act. The first question raised was whether there was sufficient material to justify the Assistant Commissioner's conclusion on headquarter profits estimation. The assessee conceded this point. The second question focused on the inclusion of specific sums in total income, with the assessee withdrawing contentions on certain amounts and focusing solely on $6,290 debited to an account. The dispute centered on whether this amount should be part of the family's total income. Regarding the $6,290 remitted from abroad, the Income Tax authorities argued that it represented profits from the Malacca branch and should be taxed accordingly. However, the Court disagreed, emphasizing that unless foreign profits are received in India, they cannot be taxed. Citing relevant precedents, the Court clarified that the money never entered India and thus should not be included in the total income. The judgment, supported by all judges, ruled in favor of the assessee, directing a refund of costs and the deposit. The decision highlighted the importance of distinguishing between profits received in India and those remitted from abroad for taxation purposes. The Court's analysis provided clarity on the interpretation of legal provisions and the taxation of income in cross-border business operations.
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