Lok Sabha passes Finance Bill 2021



Quick Summary
The Lok Sabha has approved the Finance Bill 2021, introducing several significant amendments. Key provisions include easing compliance for senior citizens aged 75 and above, offering tax incentives for affordable housing projects, and reducing the time limits for reopening assessments. The bill also establishes a Dispute Resolution Committee and a faceless Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, alongside tax benefits for start-ups.

The Finance Bill, 2021 was passed in the Lok Sabha today.

Lok Sabha Passes Finance Bill 2021: Key Changes Explained

The salient features of the bill include

  • Reduced compliance burden for senior citizens of age 75 years & above
  • Tax incentives for Affordable Housing and Affordable Rental Housing Project
  • Reduction in Time Limits of Re-opening of Assessment
  • Setting up of Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC)
  • Faceless Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT)
  • Tax benefit for Start-ups

FAQ :

The Finance Bill, 2021 is a legislative proposal that has now been passed by the Lok Sabha, introducing various changes to tax and financial regulations.

Senior citizens aged 75 years and above will experience a reduced compliance burden.

Yes, the bill includes tax incentives for both Affordable Housing and Affordable Rental Housing Projects.

The time limits for reopening of assessment have been reduced.

A Dispute Resolution Committee (DRC) and a Faceless Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) are being established.

Yes, the Finance Bill 2021 includes tax benefits specifically for start-ups.




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