sumptary allowance

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Anonymous
(Querist) 05 March 2010
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I would like know the meaning of sumptary allowance. Can anyone guide me ???
Raj Kumar Makkad
(Expert) 05 March 2010
Sumptuary allowance may be treated at par with transport allowance. In other words, like transport allowance, sumptuary allowance will also not be admissible during absence from duty exceeding 30 days due to leave/training/tour etc.

Guest
(Expert) 05 March 2010
i ve differ view.... sumptuary allownce means... In Hindi.. "SATKAR BHATTA".... Its non taxable... generally given to Supreme Court judges, High Court Judges, MP's etc......