Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance reviewed tax enforcement and new Income Tax Act implementation
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Parliamentary panel flags ‘punitive’ tax regime, seeks data on new Income Tax Act’s Impact
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Finance has criticized the government's 'punitive' tax enforcement approach and demanded data on the impact of the new Income Tax Act. Members raised concerns over heavy-handed compliance measures, technical glitches in filing systems, and the increasing dependence on individual taxpayers for revenue. The panel's scrutiny highlights potential policy shifts in direct taxation and taxpayer rights, making it relevant for governance and economy sections.
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Committee members criticized 'punitive' and heavy-handed tax enforcement measures
Concerns raised over compliance glitches in tax filing systems and portals
Panel highlighted widening reliance on individual taxpayers for revenue collection
Committee sought detailed data on the impact of the new Income Tax Act provisions
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