How does the new income tax law affect the right to privacy in India
New income tax law gives sweeping powers to tax officials, violates right to privacy.
- The new income tax law in India grants tax officials broad powers to access taxpayers' financial information without prior notice or consent.
- These powers include the ability to conduct surveys, inspections, and seizures without having to provide a valid reason.
- Such intrusive measures violate the right to privacy enshrined in the Indian Constitution, as they allow for unwarranted intrusion into individuals' financial affairs.
- Tax officials can potentially misuse these powers, leading to concerns about privacy breaches and misuse of personal data.
- There is a need for a balance between tax collection and protecting citizens' fundamental right to privacy to ensure fairness and accountability in the implementation of tax laws.
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