Analysis of Budget 2024
General Perception of the Budget
- Budget 2024 is considered quite negative for the middle class.
- This budget is beneficial for industrialists like Adani and Ambani.
- Special packages have been given to Bihar and Andhra Pradesh.
Importance of the Budget
- The budget is a compiled data of the government's annual revenue and expenditure.
- The budget mentions sources of government income and expenses.
Overview of Budget 2024
- Defense: The highest budget allocation.
- Education and Unemployment: Special attention given.
- Health: Less allocation than the previous budget.
Analysis of Tax Slabs
- There is no change in the tax slabs for the middle class.
- The tax slab of 3-5 lakh rupees has remained, providing no particular benefit to the middle class.
- No relief in tax rates for people with maximum income.
Impact on the Stock Market
- Short-term capital gains tax increased from 15% to 20%.
- Long-term capital gains tax increased from 10% to 12.5%.
- Indexation benefits removed in the real estate sector.
Plans for Job Creation
- Collateral-Free Loan: Loan without any mortgage available.
- Skill Development: Internship and a stipend of 5000 rupees for 50 lakh youths.
Business Sector Perspective
- Startups will receive 100% funding.
- The limit of Mudra Loan increased from 10 lakh to 20 lakh.
- Corporate tax for foreign companies reduced from 40% to 35%.
Controversy over Special Packages
- Andhra Pradesh received a package of 15,000 crores rupees.
- Criticism of the special package is ongoing.
Personal Opinion
- The middle class and investors are disappointed with the budget.
- Real estate investors, in particular, are affected.
- This step by the government is perhaps to address the lack of resources.
Conclusion
- The burden on the middle class has increased.
- The middle class always suffers in political battles.
- The imbalance between the poor and the rich persists.
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