<h1>Finance Minister Unveils FAQ Booklet on Service Tax Voluntary Compliance Scheme 2013: A Golden Chance for Defaulters.</h1> The Union Finance Minister released a booklet of FAQs on the Service Tax Voluntary Compliance Encouragement Scheme (VCES) 2013 in New Delhi, highlighting it as a golden opportunity for tax defaulters to regularize their status without penalties or interest. The scheme, effective since May 10, 2013, aims to encourage disclosure of unpaid service tax dues from October 2007 to December 2012. Over ten lakh defaulters have been identified, with 1,400 already declaring dues amounting to Rs 650 crores. The scheme offers immunity from penalties and interest, promoting substantial disclosure and compliance among service tax assessees.