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Taxation of Professional Income: Applicability and Compliance

Description: This quiz evaluates your understanding of the applicability and compliance aspects of taxation of professional income in India.
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Which of the following is not a source of professional income in India?

  1. Salaries

  2. Fees

  3. Commissions

  4. Interest


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Interest is not considered professional income in India. Professional income refers to income earned by individuals from their professional activities, such as salaries, fees, and commissions.

What is the minimum threshold limit for professional income to be taxable in India?

  1. Rs. 2,50,000

  2. Rs. 3,00,000

  3. Rs. 5,00,000

  4. Rs. 10,00,000


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The minimum threshold limit for professional income to be taxable in India is Rs. 2,50,000. If an individual's professional income exceeds this limit, they are required to pay income tax on the excess amount.

Which of the following expenses can be claimed as a deduction from professional income?

  1. Rent paid for office space

  2. Travel expenses

  3. Entertainment expenses

  4. Personal expenses


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Rent paid for office space is an allowable deduction from professional income. Travel expenses related to professional activities can also be claimed as a deduction. Entertainment expenses and personal expenses are not deductible.

Which of the following is a requirement for claiming a deduction for depreciation on professional assets?

  1. The asset must be used exclusively for professional purposes

  2. The asset must have a useful life of more than one year

  3. The asset must be purchased new

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

To claim a deduction for depreciation on professional assets, all of the following conditions must be met: the asset must be used exclusively for professional purposes, it must have a useful life of more than one year, and it must be purchased new.

What is the due date for filing income tax returns for professional income?

  1. July 31st

  2. August 31st

  3. September 30th

  4. October 31st


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The due date for filing income tax returns for professional income is July 31st of each year.

Which of the following is a penalty for late filing of income tax returns?

  1. A fine of Rs. 1,000

  2. A fine of Rs. 5,000

  3. A fine of Rs. 10,000

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A penalty of Rs. 1,000 is imposed for late filing of income tax returns.

What is the interest rate charged on outstanding income tax dues?

  1. 1% per month

  2. 2% per month

  3. 3% per month

  4. 4% per month


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Interest at the rate of 1% per month is charged on outstanding income tax dues.

Which of the following is a consequence of non-payment of income tax dues?

  1. Attachment of property

  2. Freezing of bank accounts

  3. Imprisonment

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Non-payment of income tax dues can result in attachment of property, freezing of bank accounts, and even imprisonment.

What is the purpose of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India?

  1. To simplify the tax system

  2. To increase tax revenue

  3. To reduce tax evasion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India aims to simplify the tax system, increase tax revenue, and reduce tax evasion.

Which of the following is not a type of GST?

  1. Central GST (CGST)

  2. State GST (SGST)

  3. Integrated GST (IGST)

  4. Value Added Tax (VAT)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Value Added Tax (VAT) is not a type of GST. GST is a comprehensive indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services.

What is the GST rate for most goods and services in India?

  1. 5%

  2. 12%

  3. 18%

  4. 28%


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The GST rate for most goods and services in India is 18%.

Which of the following is a benefit of GST for businesses?

  1. Reduced compliance burden

  2. Increased efficiency

  3. Improved competitiveness

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

GST offers several benefits for businesses, including reduced compliance burden, increased efficiency, and improved competitiveness.

What is the due date for filing GST returns?

  1. 10th of the following month

  2. 15th of the following month

  3. 20th of the following month

  4. 25th of the following month


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The due date for filing GST returns is the 10th of the following month.

Which of the following is a penalty for late filing of GST returns?

  1. A fine of Rs. 100 per day

  2. A fine of Rs. 200 per day

  3. A fine of Rs. 500 per day

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A penalty of Rs. 100 per day is imposed for late filing of GST returns.

What is the interest rate charged on outstanding GST dues?

  1. 1% per month

  2. 2% per month

  3. 3% per month

  4. 4% per month


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Interest at the rate of 1% per month is charged on outstanding GST dues.

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