Ask justified, specific questions from taxpayers during scrutiny: CBDT to I-T officials

The CBDT has instructed Income Tax Department officials nationwide to apply "due application of mind" when issuing scrutiny notices to taxpayers. Queries must be relevant, specific, and justified, avoiding irrelevant questions. Region heads are tasked with supervising assessing officers to ensure compliance with these guidelines. Assessment unit heads will be directly responsible for the quality of notices and orders.