Your concern is understandable. The 30% crypto tax and the 1% TDS trading limit are not novel ideas, making investing in crypto one of the most expensive ways to invest in India today.

Transitioning to stocks isn't just traditional; it’s a tactical shift for better compounding. Stocks benefit from a 12.5% LTCG because SEBI provides investor safeguards that crypto currently lacks. With a 12.5% LTCG rate and a ₹1.25 lakh tax-free buffer, your money works for you, not the taxman.

Learn about crypto freely, but invest seriously in frameworks that protect retail investors like you.