Tds on payment to contractor

Hello Experts,

I am a proprietor. I make payments - usually exceeding 1 lac - to freelance contractors. My turnover hasn't exceeded 1 cr in past 2 financial years. Therefore, my understanding is that I am not to be tax audited. My query is: am I required to deduct tax at source when making payments to the said freelance contractors?

Please advise.

Thanks for your help.