Ch 14: TAX PLANNING AND BUSINESS RESTRUCTURING — Previous Year Exam Questions (PYQ)

1(a): Amalgamation

5 Marks

With reference to the statutory framework governing 'Amalgamation' under Goods and Services Tax & Corporate Tax Planning (CS Professional), critically examine the substantive legal provisions, scope, and applicability thresholds. Specifically elucidate: (i) the governing statutory sections/rules/standards; (ii) eligibility conditions, numerical limits, and compliance parameters; and (iii) consequences of non-compliance or procedural default.

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1(b): Meaning

5 Marks

An entity / assessee is subject to statutory and regulatory obligations concerning 'Meaning' under Goods and Services Tax & Corporate Tax Planning (CS Professional). Examine the practical application and computational methodology involved. Specifically elucidate: (i) applicable statutory principles and thresholds; (ii) step-by-step procedural/computational mechanics; and (iii) mandatory documentation and prescribed statutory filings.

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2(a): Income-Tax Act Concession or Incentive in Respect of Amalgamation

5 Marks

Critically evaluate the compliance architecture, reporting mandates, and statutory time limits governing 'Income-Tax Act Concession or Incentive in Respect of Amalgamation' under Goods and Services Tax & Corporate Tax Planning (CS Professional). Specifically discuss: (i) key statutory provisions and recent regulatory amendments; (ii) procedural roadmap and e-filing requirements; and (iii) remedial mechanisms available in the event of administrative or statutory disputes.

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2(b): Section 72A: Carry forward and setoff of losses and unabsorbed depreciation in case of Amalgamation

5 Marks

As a qualified professional consultant, provide a comprehensive advisory analysis on 'Section 72A: Carry forward and setoff of losses and unabsorbed depreciation in case of Amalgamation' under Goods and Services Tax & Corporate Tax Planning (CS Professional). Your advisory opinion must address: (i) statutory prerequisites and criteria; (ii) risk management and internal audit considerations; and (iii) authoritative legal precedents or administrative guidelines governing the issue.

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3(a): Section 72A (2) Conditions to be satisfied by the Amalgamating Company

5 Marks

With reference to the statutory framework governing 'Section 72A (2) Conditions to be satisfied by the Amalgamating Company' under Goods and Services Tax & Corporate Tax Planning (CS Professional), critically examine the substantive legal provisions, scope, and applicability thresholds. Specifically elucidate: (i) the governing statutory sections/rules/standards; (ii) eligibility conditions, numerical limits, and compliance parameters; and (iii) consequences of non-compliance or procedural default.

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3(b): Conditions for carrying forward or set-off of accumulated loss and unabsorbed depreciation

5 Marks

An entity / assessee is subject to statutory and regulatory obligations concerning 'Conditions for carrying forward or set-off of accumulated loss and unabsorbed depreciation' under Goods and Services Tax & Corporate Tax Planning (CS Professional). Examine the practical application and computational methodology involved. Specifically elucidate: (i) applicable statutory principles and thresholds; (ii) step-by-step procedural/computational mechanics; and (iii) mandatory documentation and prescribed statutory filings.

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