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SHORT ANSWER: Yes, ITR can be filed without Form 16. DETAILS: - Form 16 is a certificate issued by an employer detailing salary and tax deducted, but it is not mandatory for filing ITR. - Taxpayers can use other documents like salary slips, bank statements, and other income proofs to file their returns. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Filing ITR without proper documentation may lead to discrepancies and potential scrutiny from the Income Tax Department. SOURCE: - Income Tax Act, 1961
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