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💡 Tax Planning – A Smart Approach to Reduce Tax Burden Legally

Tax planning is a legitimate and strategic process of organizing one’s financial affairs in a way that minimizes tax liability within the framework of the law. It is entirely different from tax evasion, which is illegal and punishable under the Income Tax Act.

✅ Key Highlights:

• Proactive Process: Tax planning should ideally begin before the start of the financial year, so that appropriate decisions and actions can be taken in time.
• Purpose: The aim is to identify eligible areas of tax savings, such as deductions, exemptions, and rebates under various sections of the Income Tax Act.
• Methods: It involves:
  • Choosing appropriate investments (e.g., ELSS, PPF, NPS, insurance)
  • Maintaining proper documentation and records
  • Selecting the right tax regime (Old vs. New)
• Benefits:
  • Optimized savings
  • Improved financial planning
  • Compliance with legal tax requirements