A lump sum received from a person before joining his employment is:
AProfits in lieu of salary
BIncome from other sources
CBusiness profits of a firm
DCapital gains on transfer
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Profits in lieu of salary
An amount received from a person before joining employment with him, or after leaving it, falls in profits in lieu of salary.
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