NDTV·1 min read·medium
In Major Reform, GST Council Scraps Tax Officers' Arrest Powers
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The GST Council has implemented a major reform by removing the arrest powers previously held by tax officers for minor tax infractions. Taxpayers will now face financial penalties and interest rather than criminal prosecution for late filings or errors.
Why it matters
This reform aims to reduce the harassment of businesses and improve the ease of doing business in India.
A taxpayer who files late, makes an error or delays payment…
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