§ 238
Chapter XIV — Tax Administration

Control of income-tax authorities

Income-tax Act, 2025

The Board has the power to direct the subordination of certain income-tax authorities to others. This is done through a notification that specifies the authorities involved. The goal is to establish a clear hierarchy and chain of command within the income-tax authority structure.

  • The Board's direction is provided through a notification.

📜 Official text of the section +
238. The Board may, by notification, direct that any income-tax authority or authorities specified in the notification shall be subordinate to such other income-tax authority or authorities as specified in such notification. Instructions to subordinate authorities.

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