Start 30% tax slab at Rs 30 lakh in Budget 2024 to give inflation-relief to middle class: Expert view

Budget 2024 expectations: Currently, income above Rs 15 lakh attracts a tax rate of 30% under both regimes. This, coupled with the removal of most exemptions and deductions in the new regime, results in a higher effective tax burden for this segment of taxpayers. As such, there is a growing consensus among taxpayers in this bracket that the current tax rates do not adequately reflect the complexities and expenses associated with inflation and higher incomes.