Backdoor Bill?
The Finance Bill 2017 proposes sweeping changes:
■ Aadhaar becomes mandatory for filing tax returns and applying for PAN card ■ Eight tribunals merged ■ Government will have power to makes rules governing appointment, removal and terms of service of members for 17 tribunals ■ More tribunals can similarly be amended without parliamentary approval ■ Cap on political donations removed, corporates can contribute more money anonymously