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What is a key difficulty in applying the arm’s length principle (ALP) between associated enterprises?

  • Certain transactions may not occur between independent enterprises. (correct)
  • Direct comparisons can often be made to independent enterprises.
  • Licensing arrangements are easier with independent enterprises.
  • Associated enterprises always have similar financial conditions.

    • Why may the ALP face challenges due to the availability of data?

  • Geographical constraints can hinder access to necessary data. (correct)
  • Data is usually irrelevant and unnecessary for applying ALP.
  • Independent enterprises often provide complete and reliable data.
  • Information is always abundant and easy to interpret.

    • What type of market price is required for the ALP to be effectively applied?

  • Any available price, regardless of reliability.
  • Absence of market price.
  • A reasonably reliable and comparable uncontrolled market price. (correct)
  • A speculative market price.

    • Which of the following affects the reliability of data when applying the ALP?

    <p>Data may be available but incomplete and complex to interpret.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the integration of business activities in associated enterprises impact the ALP?

    <p>It obscures the appreciation of economies of scale under ALP.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a concern regarding the licensing of valuable intangibles between associated enterprises?

    <p>Owners may fear degradation of intangible value with independent firms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might complicate the application of the ALP in terms of transactional evidence?

    <p>Independent enterprises seldom have similar transactions to associated enterprises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common issue experienced when gathering data for applying the ALP?

    <p>Information confidentiality can make it difficult to obtain relevant data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it challenging to determine the market price for intangible transactions?

    <p>Intangible transactions are unique, leading to a wide price range.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence of the arm’s length principle (ALP) regarding administrative burdens?

    <p>It may result in an increased administrative burden for evaluating numerous transactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge does time lag present in relation to the arm's length principle?

    <p>It allows for biased assessments of past transactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant issue faced by taxpayers regarding the verification process of transactions?

    <p>Verification can occur years after the transaction has taken place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of globalization in 1991 significantly impacted transfer pricing in India?

    <p>It allowed MNCs to allocate profits across jurisdictions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one view held by OECD member countries regarding the arm's length principle?

    <p>It offers a sound basis for dealing with transfer pricing issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about comparable uncontrolled market prices (CUMP) is accurate?

    <p>CUMP is useful only when prices are certain and narrow.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What has contributed to the transfer pricing concerns within the Indian exchequer?

    <p>The ability of MNCs to manipulate intra-group transaction prices.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major reason for the evolution of transfer pricing regulations in India?

    <p>Insufficient provisions to prevent tax base erosion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Indian law was relevant in the early discussions of transfer pricing?

    <p>Income-tax Act, 1922</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the key legal question addressed by the Supreme Court in Mazagaon Dock Ltd v. CIT?

    <p>Were the transactions conducted at arm's length?</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if profits are foregone during non-resident dealings according to the Supreme Court's ruling?

    <p>They must be taxed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section incorporated the principles of section 42(2) from the Income-tax Act, 1922?

    <p>Section 92</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the situation regarding transfer pricing regulations before 2001?

    <p>Only minor regulations existed with limited scope</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of MNCs' transactions was scrutinized under earlier provisions like section 92?

    <p>Inter-company transactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what context was 'arm's length' pricing discussed by the Supreme Court?

    <p>Regarding transactions between related parties</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is included in the definition of a 'Permanent establishment'?

    <p>A fixed place of business through which the enterprise's business is wholly or partly carried on</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following transactions can be categorized as an 'international transaction'?

    <p>A sale of tangible property between two non-resident companies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what circumstances is a transaction deemed to be an 'international transaction'?

    <p>When there is a prior agreement between an unrelated party and the associated enterprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered as part of an 'international transaction'?

    <p>Sale of merchandise to a local client by a resident enterprise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the nature of deemed international transactions?

    <p>Transactions between an enterprise and an unrelated person can be deemed international under certain conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these transactions involves a tangible property?

    <p>Leasing a physical warehouse</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the characteristics of an 'international transaction'?

    <p>Involves two or more associated enterprises, potentially with non-residents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of transaction is NOT explicitly classified under 'international transactions'?

    <p>Purchase of local office supplies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of total assets must one enterprise loan to another for them to be deemed associated enterprises?

    <p>51%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the case where A Ltd. guarantees 20% of the total borrowings of P Inc., how does this affect their relationship?

    <p>They are deemed associated enterprises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When one enterprise appoints more than half of the directors of another, what is the result?

    <p>They are deemed associated enterprises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If Mr. A appoints 9 out of 15 directors in X Ltd. and other roles in Y Ltd., what is the implication?

    <p>X Ltd. and Y Ltd. are deemed associated enterprises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If X Ltd. loans 60 crores to Y Ltd. when Y Ltd. has total assets of 100 crores, how are the enterprises classified?

    <p>They are deemed associated enterprises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What loan guarantee percentage qualifies a guarantor to classify the enterprises as associated?

    <p>10%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the relationship affected when more than half of the board members of two enterprises are appointed by the same individual?

    <p>They are deemed associated enterprises.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If A Ltd. guarantees 5% of P Inc.'s borrowing, what is the status of their association?

    <p>They cannot be considered associated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines that the transaction between A Ltd. and Mr. B is an international transaction?

    <p>C Inc. being a foreign company related to A Ltd.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered tangible property in an international transaction?

    <p>Copyrights</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of equity share capital must A Ltd. hold in C Inc. to consider it as an associated enterprise?

    <p>26%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about international transactions is correct?

    <p>Transfer of ownership of trademarks qualifies as an international transaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the implication of C Inc. being a specified foreign company in relation to A Ltd.?

    <p>It is considered as an associated enterprise.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following transactions falls under the scope of international transactions?

    <p>Leasing equipment to a foreign firm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which property is included under the category of intangible property?

    <p>Brand name</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If A Ltd. sells Product X to Mr. B after A Ltd. entered an agreement with C Inc., how is this transaction classified?

    <p>International transaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Practical Difficulties in Applying ALP

    • True Comparison Difficulties: Transactions between independent and associated enterprises rarely have identical commercial and financial conditions. Economies of scale and business integration within associated enterprises may not be accurately reflected in an independent comparison. Associated entities could engage in transactions independent entities wouldn't (e.g., licensing valuable intangibles or sharing research). Pricing may be different due to the ability to closely monitor intangible use within the group.
    • Availability and Reliability of Data: Obtaining sufficient, reliable information for comparisons is challenging. Data needed for controlled and uncontrolled transaction comparisons is often extensive, potentially incomplete or difficult to interpret. Geographical constraints or confidentiality concerns may hinder access to relevant information. Relevant data for comparable independent entities may be unavailable.
    • Absence of Market Price: Reliable, comparable market prices are not always readily available, since market prices are influenced by unique negotiations. Pinpointing an exact market price, rather than a price range, is difficult without an actual market transaction.
    • Absence of Comparable Market Price for Intangible Transactions: Standard, easily-priced market goods have a narrower price range. Intangible goods transactions, because of their unique nature are difficult to price comparably.
    • Administrative Burden: Applying the arm's length principle can require significant administrative effort from both taxpayers and tax authorities to assess various cross-border transactions.
    • Time Lag: Determining arm's length conditions sometime after a transaction has been undertaken could lead to problems in capturing the business realities of the time ( potentially distorting comparisons ). Significant costs and potential for bias against the taxpayer could emerge.

    International Transactions

    • International Transaction Defined(Section 92B(1)): An international transaction encompasses a deal between or among associated enterprises, at least one of which is a non-resident, and covers sales/purchases/leases of tangible/intangible property, services, loans/borrowings, or any profit/income-affecting transaction. It includes mutual arrangements for cost/expense allocation between associated enterprises.
    • Deemed International Transactions (Section 92B(2)): If a transaction between an entity and a non-associated party is substantively agreed upon or determined by an associated party or if a prior arrangement between such parties exists, and if one or more of the entities involved is not a resident, the transaction is deemed an international transaction between two associated enterprises, whether or not the non-associated party is a non-resident.
    • Intangible Transactions Included (Section 92B(3)): The scope of international transactions includes tangible possessions (buildings, vehicles, machinery, etc.) and intangible ones (copyrights, patents, trademarks, customer lists, know-how, etc.).

    Associated Enterprises (Examples)

    • Lender: One enterprise lends an amount equivalent to 51% or more of another enterprise's total asset value.
    • Guarantor: One enterprise guarantees 10% or more of another enterprise's total borrowings.
    • Board Appointment: Appointment of more than half of the board of directors or executive board members of an enterprise by another enterprise, or appointment of significant numbers of executives by another entity.
    • Common Board Appointment: If a single person or group appoints the majority of directors or executive members of two separate enterprises.

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