Disallowing depreciation for personal use

Nishtha Narielwala (Tax Consultant) (131 Points)

09 May 2013  

Hi!

My query is as follows: The assessee follows block of assets for income tax purpose however in its books it maintains the individual assets separately. A new car worth Rs.910835/- is purchased during the 2nd half of the year & it is considered to be used for personal use in the proportion of 50% & thus a depreciation of only Rs.34156/- is claimed in the P&L A/c.

The position as per block of assets is:

Opening WDV = 208462

Additions = 910835

Deductions = 210000

Closing WDV  = 909297

My query is whether for income tax purpose a disallowance of depre for personal use should be made at Rs.34156/- or in the proportion of 50% of the depre on the Closing WDV?

Kindly Help !

Thank You!