Classification - If an entry has been interpreted consistently ...

Revenue Authorities Cannot Alter Consistent Tax Interpretations Without Significant Circumstantial Change Over Multiple Years.

August 3, 2018

Case Laws VAT and Sales Tax SC

Classification - If an entry has been interpreted consistently in a particular manner for several assessment years ordinarily it would not be permissible for the revenue to depart therefrom unless there is a material change.

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Classification - If an entry has been interpreted consistently ...

Revenue Authorities Cannot Alter Consistent Tax Interpretations Without Significant Circumstantial Change Over Multiple Years.

August 3, 2018

Case Laws VAT and Sales Tax SC

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