Which one of the following is correct about 'Aaykar Setu'?

Which one of the following is correct about ‘Aaykar Setu’?

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It is a mechanism for achieving excellence in public sector delivery related to GST.

With the use of a mobile app, it facilitates online payment of taxes.

It is a communication strategy designed to collect information and build a database of tax defaulters.

It enables electronic filing and processing of import and export declarations.

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‘Aaykar Setu’ is a mobile application developed by the Income Tax Department of India. ‘Aaykar’ means Income Tax, and ‘Setu’ means bridge. The app serves as a bridge for taxpayers, providing them with information, facilitating online payment of taxes, linking Aadhaar with PAN, accessing Tax Return Preparer (TRP) services, and other relevant services. Therefore, it facilitates online payment of taxes using a mobile app.

– ‘Aaykar Setu’ is an initiative by the Indian Income Tax Department.
– It is a mobile app and web portal aimed at easing taxpayer services.
– It facilitates online payment of taxes, information access, and other services.

Aaykar Setu was launched in 2017. It integrates various services available to taxpayers through a single platform, enhancing convenience and accessibility. It is specifically related to Income Tax (Direct Taxes) and not GST (Indirect Taxes) or import/export procedures.

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