Service Tax on Doctors
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Why did service tax in not liyed on Services of Doctors such as visiting charges & consultancy charges.
Doctors' Services Exempt from Service Tax, Legislature Decides on Taxation Exemptions for Essential Services A discussion on a forum raised the question of why service tax is not levied on doctors' services, such as visiting and consultancy charges. A respondent explained that certain services, including those provided by doctors, lawyers, and utilities like electricity and water, are not subject to service tax. The decision not to impose service tax on these services is determined by the legislature, and it is something that must be accepted. (AI Summary)