Exemption/deduction u/s 54F - New investment made in wife's name. ...
Invested in wife's name for tax exemption under Sec. 54F. No need for sale proceeds match. Precedent backs joint investment with spouse.
Case Laws Income Tax
August 8, 2024
Exemption/deduction u/s 54F - New investment made in wife's name. Sec.54F allows purchase/construction within specified timelines. No requirement for same sale proceeds to be utilized. Precedent supports liberal construction of Sec. 54F. Assessee paid Rs. 20 Lacs for construction, supporting claim. Common interest of assessee and wife in investment. Eligible for deduction. Precedent allows full deduction for joint investment with spouse. AO directed to allow claim.
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