Tax, Constitution and the Supreme Court: Analysing the evolution of taxation law in India

Tax, Constitution and the Supreme Court discusses the fundamental principles of taxation as expounded by the Supreme Court through its judicial pronouncements from 1950 till date in a simple and lucid manner. The author seeks to trace the evolution of taxation laws in India, which entails an in-depth and comprehensive understanding of the constitutional provisions as well as the decisions of the Supreme Court. The book addresses some of the fundamental questions on taxation, a concept which forms a part of everyone’s lives. Presented in thematically arranged chapters, the book delves into the first principles and covers themes including Concept and components of a tax, Legislative power & legislative fields, Territorial jurisdiction, Retrospective taxation, Tax planning versus evasion, and, Interpretation of Statutes. The book will be a valuable addition to the libraries of practitioners, law firms, chartered accountants, tax consultants, academicians, students, and law school.