(1.) THIS is a reference under Section 256(1) of the income-tax Act, 1961 (hereinafter to be referred to as "the Act"). The questions called for our opinion are as follows :
(2.) THIS reference relates to the assessment year 1977-78.
(3.) THE reference is answered accordingly. THE reference is thus disposed of with costs. Hearing fee Rs. 250 payable by the assessee.