Fraudulent evasion of tax

Fraudulent evasion of tax.- Without prejudice to the provisions of Sections 22 to 26, if any person is knowingly concerned in, or in the taking of steps with a view to, the fraudulent evasion of tax by him or any other person, he shall be liable to a fine of one lakh rupees or double the amount of the tax evaded, whichever is the higher or to imprisonment for a period of not less than six months but not exceeding five years, or to both.