Introduction of Alternate Taxation Scheme for Individuals and HUF w.e.f AY 2021-22



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A new, simplified income tax regime with lower rates and fewer tax slabs was introduced for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) from Assessment Year 2021-22. To avail this scheme, taxpayers must forgo specific deductions and exemptions, such as those for house rent, leave travel allowance, and most Chapter VI-A deductions. The option to choose this regime must be exercised by the due date for filing the income tax return, and once chosen, it generally applies to subsequent years, with limited scope for withdrawal.

A new income tax regime was introduced in Budget 2020 with more tax slabs and lower tax rates. The main motive behind this is to remove the dependency of citizens on tax consultants and simplify the tax structure. The new tax regime has reduced tax slabs for individual and HUF taxpayers with a condition to forgo certain tax deductions or exemptions. Let us discuss the new regime in this article. (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in this Act but subject to the provisions of this Chapter,
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