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NPO Vista

Voluntary Platform to assist Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) across India

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NPO VISTA Voluntary Initiative for Support, Taxation Awareness.
(Where Seva Meets Compliance)
Your Compliance Ally in the World of Service.
NPO VISTA is a national voluntary platform envisioned and created by experts and sevadharis to assist Non-Profit Organisations (NPOs) across India. NPOs - also known as Not-for-Profit Organisations - are essentially religious and charitable institutions, similar to NGOs, working selflessly for social and spiritual causes. We offer guidance on legal compliance, taxation, governance, and ethical practice, enabling these service institutions to operate smoothly and lawfully.

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General Queries & Best Practices
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Pankaj Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can yoga and spiritual programs qualify as charitable activities?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Pankaj Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What activities qualify as advancement of general public utility?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Pankaj Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What is the difference between charitable purpose and religious purpose?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Pankaj Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can one NGO fund another NGO’s project?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Suman Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can 100% of donation to another NGO be treated as application?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Suman Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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How are inter-charity donations treated for application purposes?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Suman Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can NGOs make cash payments above prescribed limits?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Suman Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can NGO office bearers be personally liable for violations?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Suman Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What are the consequences of not maintaining books of account?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Natu Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What remedies are available if NGO registration is rejected?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Natu Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What are the common legal disputes faced by NGOs?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Natu Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What did the Supreme Court hold in In Worth Trust v. Govt. of Tamil Nadu (2025)?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Natu Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Are NGOs covered under EPF and ESIC laws?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Kirit Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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What clauses should be included in grant agreements?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Kirit Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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How should NGOs draft donor agreements?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can one person hold multiple positions in an NGO?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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What approvals are required to change the name of an NGO?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can an NGO amend its objects after registration?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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What are the benefits of registering an NGO under Section 8?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can an NGO operate from a residential address?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Is a rent agreement mandatory for registered office proof?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Dimpal Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can the registered office of an NGO be changed later?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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What annual compliances apply to Section 8 Companies?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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What happens if assets are distributed to members on closure?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can surplus funds be transferred on dissolution to another NGO?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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What happens if an NGO merges with a for-profit entity?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can a hospital trust claim exemption under Section 10(23C)?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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What is the turnover limit under Section 10(23C)(iiiad)?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Bhvana Ben , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can educational institutions claim exemption under Section 10(23C)(iiiad)?
Question added 24 May 26 General Queries & Best Practices By Narendra Bhai , CA , Ahmedabad
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Can an NGO provide loans to beneficiaries?
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