TAX

The definitive guide to Anti-Avoidance Law and GAAR in India. Master the complex doctrines of tax planning versus evasion with elite legal insight.

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CORE SUBJECTS

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GAAR LAW

PRECEDE

STRATEGY

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THE TREATISE

This authoritative work dissects the evolution of judicial doctrines from McDowell to Azadi Bachao Andolan, providing a roadmap through the intricacies of contemporary tax avoidance law in India.

Written for senior advocates and CAs, the book provides critical analysis of General Anti-Avoidance Rules and the 'Substance Over Form' doctrine through a lens of global legal standards.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

With a background as a CA and IRS officer, the author brings decades of experience in tax administration and litigation. Holding an LLB and extensive credentials in international tax, they have authored multiple seminal works on GAAR and anti-avoidance. Their expertise is sought by top-tier law firms and corporate houses navigating the evolving landscape of Indian taxation.

"An indispensable resource for any practitioner dealing with the complexities of GAAR. The author's treatment of the 'colourable device' doctrine is both scholarly and practical, offering clarity in an area often clouded by ambiguity."

- Senior Advocate, Supreme Court

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