Which provision of the Income-tax Act, 2025 empowers the Central Board of Direct Taxes to notify a scheme allowing specified taxpayers to furnish returns through authorised tax return preparers?
Question and options
Which provision of the Income-tax Act, 2025 empowers the Central Board of Direct Taxes to notify a scheme allowing specified taxpayers to furnish returns through authorised tax return preparers?
Section 264
Section 268
Section 265
Section 262
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - Section 264
Section 264(1) lets the Board make and notify a scheme under which specified classes of persons may prepare and furnish their returns through authorised tax return preparers; companies and persons whose accounts must be audited are outside it. Section 265 deals with verification of returns and section 268 with inquiry before assessment.
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