In June 2025, who has been re-appointed as the new CBDT Chairman?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Reappointment of Ravi Agrawal as Chairman, Central Board of Direct Taxes -
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) of the Government of India has decided to reappoint or extend the tenure of Ravi Agrawal as Chairman, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) until June 2025.
The government has reposed its confidence in him in view of the record increase in direct tax collections under his leadership and the successful implementation of digitization initiatives (such as e-filing 2.0 and the AIS tool) in the Income Tax Department.
As Chairman, Central Board of Direct Taxes, he is responsible for formulating the country's direct tax policies and administering the Income Tax Department.