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Taxation of Virtual Digital Assets: A Comparative Analysis of India and the UK

Author(s) ASHTA SIDDHI NAGAR, MUDRA SINGH
Country India
Abstract The rapid proliferation of Virtual Digital Assets (hereinafter referred to as “VDA”) has represent new challenges and opportunities for tax authorities across worldwide. This paper provides a analysis of the taxation regimes governing VDAs in India and the United Kingdom, examining the legislative frameworks, case laws, regulatory guidelines, and tax treatment approaches in each jurisdiction. It analyze the distinct strategies adopted by both countries, including India’s stringent flat-rate taxation model and the UK’s more nuanced approach, which differentiates between income tax and capital gains based on the nature of VDA transactions. The paper also discusses recent legal developments and cases that have shaped VDA tax policies in both nations. Furthermore, it identify the challenges faced by policymakers, taxpayers, and the industry to comply with these taxation frameworks. The comparative analysis concludes with recommendations for harmonizing global tax policies on VDAs, enhancing regulatory clarity, and fostering a more balanced environment for innovation and compliance in the digital asset market.
Keywords Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs), Cryptocurrency Taxation, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), Tax Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Global Tax Policy Harmonization
Field Sociology > Banking / Finance
Published In Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025
Published On 2025-03-22
Cite This Taxation of Virtual Digital Assets: A Comparative Analysis of India and the UK - ASHTA SIDDHI NAGAR, MUDRA SINGH - IJSAT Volume 16, Issue 1, January-March 2025. DOI 10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.2038
DOI https://doi.org/10.71097/IJSAT.v16.i1.2038
Short DOI https://doi.org/g892hp

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