New Delhi, Jan. 28 -- In the run-up to the Budget for 2025-26, former BJP MP and financial market observer, suggested that individuals earning up to Rs 10 lakh per annum should enjoy the benefits of tax exemption.

"Tax benefits should be extended to those with an annual income of up to Rs 10 lakh. My suggestion is to raise the tax exemption limit to Rs 10 lakh, as per our definition of the middle class, which earns up to Rs 10 lakh per annum," Sinha said, at a pre-budget show titled 'Jayant Sinha ki Class', on TV channel Aaj Tak.

He categorically suggested that the "middle class" be exempted from paying taxes.

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