An Indian repatriate came to India on 1st October, 2014. Out of the balance in his non-resident external account (NREA) of ₹20 lakh, he purchased a car for ₹15 lakh. What would be tax treatment under the Wealth-tax Act,

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An Indian repatriate came to India on 1st October, 2014. Out of the balance in his non-resident external account (NREA) of ₹20 lakh, he purchased a car for ₹15 lakh. What would be tax treatment under the Wealth-tax Act, 1957
(A) Both car and balance in NREA will be exempt
(B) Both car and balance in NREA will be taxable
(C) Only car will be taxable
(D) Car will be exempt but balance in NREA will be taxable.

Answer & Explanation:

Correct Answer: Option (A)

Official answer key: (A).

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