Supreme Court Rejects Plea of Christian Nuns, Priests Against TDS Application to Their Salaries

The Supreme Court rejected the plea of Christian nuns and priests challenging the applicability of Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) to their salaries. The petitioners argued that their salaries should be exempt from TDS, citing their vows of poverty and religious commitments. However, the court held that income earned by individuals, regardless of their religious status, is subject to taxation under the Income Tax Act. This ruling reaffirms the principle of tax equity, ensuring that all income-earning individuals are treated uniformly under tax laws, and emphasizes the importance of adhering to statutory tax obligations.