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Unit IV: Personal Tax

1. Introduction to Tax Structure in India


Tax is a compulsory payment made by individuals to the government without direct benefit.
Types of Taxes:
Direct Tax: Paid directly by individuals (Income Tax).
Indirect Tax: Paid indirectly (GST).
Income Tax is governed by the Income Tax Act, 1961.

2. Basic Concepts of Income Tax


Previous Year: Year in which income is earned.
Assessment Year: Year in which income is taxed.
Assessee: Person liable to pay tax.
Gross Total Income (GTI): Total income before deductions.
Total Income: Income after deductions.

3. Heads of Income
Salary: Income from employment.
House Property: Income from property.
Business/Profession: Income from business.
Capital Gains: Profit from sale of assets.
Other Sources: Interest, gifts, etc.

4. Personal Tax Planning


Tax planning means arranging finances to minimize tax liability legally.
Objectives:
Reduce tax burden.
Ensure compliance with law.
Plan investments efficiently.
5. Exemptions and Deductions
Exemptions: Income not included in total income (e.g., agricultural income).
Deductions (Chapter VI-A):
Section 80C: LIC, PPF, ELSS (up to ₹1.5 lakh).
Section 80D: Medical insurance premium.
Section 80E: Education loan interest.
Section 80G: Donations.

6. Tax Slabs (Basic Idea)


Income tax is charged based on slab system.
Rates differ under old and new regimes.
Lower income → lower tax rate; higher income → higher tax rate.

7. E-Filing of Income Tax Return


E-filing is online submission of tax returns.
Steps:
Register on income tax portal.
Choose correct ITR form.
Fill details and upload.
Verify return (Aadhaar OTP, etc.).

8. Importance of Filing Returns


Legal compliance.
Claim refund.
Proof of income.
Loan and visa purposes.

Practice Questions
Explain types of taxes in India.
Discuss heads of income.
What is tax planning?
Explain deductions under Section 80C and 80D.
Explain steps of e-filing.

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