Deferred taxation arises when there is a temporary difference between the profit shown in the financial statements and the profit calculated for tax purposes. If tax is payable in future → Deferred tax liability If tax benefit is receivable → Deferred tax asset It ensures that the matching principle is applied properly in financial reporting.
Deferred taxation is _______?
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