<h1>Finance Minister Seeks Inputs on General Budget 2010-11; Highlights Recovery Efforts and Tax Reforms.</h1> The Finance Minister chaired a meeting of the Parliamentary Consultative Committee of the Finance Ministry, seeking suggestions for the General Budget 2010-11. He emphasized that proactive monetary and fiscal measures had maintained growth despite the global financial crisis. The Minister highlighted the government's efforts to address the economic downturn and noted signs of recovery. Discussions included major tax reforms like the Direct Taxes Code and Goods and Services Tax. Members of the Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha, along with senior ministry officials, participated, providing various suggestions and expressing appreciation for the consultation process.