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Income Tax Return (ITR) is a mandatory form for reporting income and taxes paid, managed by India's Income Tax Department. Different ITR forms cater to various income sources, and filing is crucial for legal compliance, proof of income, and potential tax refunds. Additionally, timely filing helps avoid penalties and contributes to national revenue for public services.

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Income Tax Return (ITR) is a mandatory form for reporting income and taxes paid, managed by India's Income Tax Department. Different ITR forms cater to various income sources, and filing is crucial for legal compliance, proof of income, and potential tax refunds. Additionally, timely filing helps avoid penalties and contributes to national revenue for public services.

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Title: Understanding Income Tax Return (ITR)

Introduction
Income Tax Return (ITR) is a form that individuals, businesses, and other entities submit to the
government to report their income, expenses, deductions, and taxes paid. It is an essential part of a
country's financial system, helping the government collect revenue used for public services like
education, healthcare, infrastructure, and defense. In India, the Income Tax Department manages
the ITR process under the Ministry of Finance.

What is ITR?
ITR stands for Income Tax Return. It is a declaration made by taxpayers about their annual income
and the taxes they have paid or still need to pay. Filing an ITR is mandatory for individuals whose
income exceeds a certain limit, currently ₹2.5 lakh per year (subject to change by government rules).
Even if a person earns less than the taxable limit, filing ITR can be beneficial for many reasons, like
applying for loans or visas.

There are different types of ITR forms depending on the source of income:

• ITR-1 (Sahaj) – For salaried individuals

• ITR-2, ITR-3, ITR-4 – For individuals with business or professional income

• ITR-5 to ITR-7 – For firms, companies, trusts, etc.

Importance of Filing ITR

1. Legal Obligation: Filing ITR is a legal requirement for eligible individuals and businesses.

2. Proof of Income: ITR acts as an official proof of income, useful for loans, credit cards, and
visa applications.

3. Claiming Refunds: If extra tax has been paid (e.g., through TDS – Tax Deducted at Source), a
refund can be claimed by filing ITR.

4. Avoiding Penalties: Failure to file ITR can result in fines, penalties, or legal action.

5. Helps Nation Building: Taxes collected through ITR help the government build infrastructure,
provide public services, and run welfare programs.

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