Query on COA of Land

A has purchased Agri land for Rs.10 Lakhs in the year 2000. In FY 2023-24 A has converted this Agri Land to NA land for selling them in various plots. Valuation of the land on the date of conversion was Rs.100 Lakhs. All plots have been sold in FY 2024-25 for Rs.300 lakhs. Now query is, whether A can claim Rs.100 lakhs i.e. value as on date on conversion as a cost of land against sale of Rs.300 lakhs? If yes then any supportive section. If no then any other alternatives?

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