alleryStart learning →What is the rate of interest under section 234A for a late return?
ASimple 15% per annum
BSimple 1% per month or part
CCompound 1% per month
DSimple 2% per quarter
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Simple 1% per month or part
Section 234A charges simple interest at one per cent for each month or part of a month of delay.
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