<h1>Taxpayer compliance improved, reflecting a wider tax base and higher direct tax collections after reform measures.</h1> Time-series direct tax data shows substantial growth in individual ITR filings and a widening tax base after reforms, with increases across income bands including new first-time filers. Proportionate income shares shifted: the top 1% share fell while bottom 25% and middle 74% shares rose, and average gross total income for individuals increased. These changes correlate with a marked rise in net direct tax collections, attributed to measures enhancing ease of compliance and transparency in tax administration.