Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 heads of income under the Income Tax Act? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 heads of income under the Income Tax Act?
A. Income from Salaries
B. Income from Capital Gains
C. Income from Exports
D. Income from Other Sources
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The 5 heads are: Salaries, House Property, Profits and Gains of Business/Profession, Capital Gains, and Other Sources.

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