Why are tax systems so complex? What are the causes of tax law complexity? What are the consequences? Why is tax simplification so difficult to achieve? These, and related questions, lie at the core of this volume on tax simplification featuring chapters by leading tax experts around the world. The quest for simplicity è^' or at least some move towards simplification è^' has been a fixation of governments and others for many years, but little appears to have been achieved. Tax simplification is the most widely quoted but the least widely observed of the usually stated goals of policy (equity and efficiency being the others). It has been used (and abused) as a primary justification for tax reform over the last century, and typically it is seen as è^-a good thingè^-- è^' to say that one is in favour of tax simplification is tantamount to stating that one is in favour of good as opposed to evil.

This book offers a simplified and straightforward introduction to the basics of Nigerian taxation. While discussing various laws, practices and procedures, it also addresses the latest amendments to Nigerian tax laws. The book begins by discussing the central issue of Islamic taxation and its legality under Nigerian law. Divided into four main sections, the book was designed for simplicity, and uses language that is accessible for all tax stakeholders.

Auditing has been a subject of some controversy, and there have been repeated attempts at reforming its practice globally. This comprehensive companion surveys the state of the discipline, including emerging and cutting-edge trends. It covers the most important and controversial issues, including auditing ethics, auditor independence, social and environmental accounting as well as the future of the field. This handbook is vital reading for legislators, regulators, professionals, commentators, students and researchers involved with auditing and accounting. The collection will also prove an ideal starting place for researchers from other fields looking to break into this vital subject.

Edited by Victor Thuronyi, this book offers an introduction to a broad range of issues in comparative tax law and is based on comparative discussion of the tax laws of developed countries. It presents practical models and guidelines for drafting tax legislation that can be used by officials of developing and transition countries. Volume I covers general issues, some special topics, and major taxes other than income tax.

Building on previous FAD work in the tax administration field, this paper defines broad criteria for diagnosing the problems in a country’s tax administration and formulating an appropriate reform strategy. To be effective, this strategy should be based on the size of the tax gap and the country’s particular circumstances. This paper discusses some guiding principles which have provided the basis for successful reforms, including: reducing the tax system’s complexity, encouraging taxpayers’ voluntary compliance, differentiating the treatment of taxpayers by their revenue potential, and ensuring the reform’s effective management. Also discussed are specific bottlenecks that hinder the effectiveness of the tax administration’s operations.

The present edition of the book has been thoroughly revised and enlarged. Salient Features of the Book: The legal position as amended up to June 2020 is given. The law stated in the book is on the basis of the Income Tax Act, 1961 and the Income Tax Rules, 1962 as amended up to date, besides the Finance Act, 2020 and Circulars and Notifications issued by Central Board of Direct Taxes up to June 2020. A simplified, systematic approach to the understanding of a complex subject written in a unique, simple and easy to understand language. Each topic, after a theoretical exposition, is followed by illustrations to facilitate the students to master the practical application of Corporate Tax Law. The book is useful for the students of all professional examinations like M.B.A., C.A., C.S., ICWA, and M.Com. and the persons who are interested in Tax Planning.

Simplicity in taxation has considerable potential advantages. However, attempts to simplify tax systems are only likely to be successful and enduring if they take account of the reasons why taxation is complex. There are strong pressures on tax systems to accommodate a range of important factors, as well as complex and changing national and international environments within which modern tax systems have to operate. This book explores the experiences of simplification in a range of countries and jurisdictions. The authors analyse a range of manifestations of simplification, including tax systems, tax law, taxpayer communications and tax administration. They also review the longer term or more fundamental approaches to simplification, suggesting that in order to strike the optimum balance between simplicity and the aims of a tax system in terms of efficiency and equity, a range of complex environmental factors must all be taken into account. With chapters reflecting on experiences from Australia, China, Canada, Malaysia, New Zealand, Russia, South Africa, Thailand, Turkey, the UK and the US, the authors illustrate differences between jurisdictions and the changing environment in which they operate. This book addresses the crucial balance between simplicity and the other objectives of tax design and reform, and suggests that reformers of the tax system should include simplicity as one of the key evaluators of any design or reform proposal.

About the Income Tax Law & Accounts A.Y 2019-20 Book Largest Selling Book since 1964 and over the last 55 years of its existence, Income Tax Law and Practice Assessment has established a reputation for itself as the most definitive work on the subject of income tax. A simplified, systematic approach to the understanding of a complex subject written in a unique, simple and easy to understand language. Each topic, after a theoretical exposition, is followed by illustrations to facilitate the students to master the practical application of Income Tax Law. User-friendly examination-oriented style facilitating easy comprehension of each topic. Solved Illustrations and Questions for exercise are largest in number in comparison to other books on income tax. Unsurpassed for over 55 years. The book is trusted and relied upon for accuracy and reliability. Mistakeless printing on paper of superior quality at a moderate price. Questions from the latest Examination Papers of various universities have been included in the revised edition of Income Tax Law And Practice Assessment At the end of each chapter, Short Answer, Objective Type, and Short Numerical Questions have been added with answers. A unique feature of the revised edition is that Section-wise Index has been incorporated.