GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

INDIAN ECONOMY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Companies who set up production units in the Special Economic Zones (SEZs) do not have to pay taxes for an initial period of:
A
10 years
B
3 years
C
5 years
D
8 years
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -100% Income Tax exemption on export income for SEZ units under Section 10AA of the Income Tax Act for first 5 years, 50% for next 5 years thereafter and 50% of the ploughed back export profit for next 5 years. (Sunset Clause for Units will become effective from 01.04.

Detailed explanation-2: -Detailed Solution. The correct answer is an enclave within a country where industries get some tax advantages. Special Economic Zones (SEZs): An SEZ is an enclave within a country that is typically duty-free and has different business and commercial laws chiefly to encourage investment and create employment.

Detailed explanation-3: -Industrial zones, called Special Economic Zones (SEZ) are set up by the Central and State governments in India to attract foreign investment. 1. These zones provide world-class facilities including electricity, water, roads, transport, storage and recreational and educational facilities.

Detailed explanation-4: -they do not have to pay taxes for some years. reduction in excise duty. reduced tariffs and barriers. none of the above.

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