Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Macro Economics: Government Budget and Economy

Question:

Which of the following is an example of direct tax?

Options:

Excise duty

Value Added Tax

Wealth tax

Entertainment tax

Correct Answer:

Wealth tax

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3: Wealth tax.

Here’s why:

  • Direct tax: A tax that is paid directly by an individual or organization to the government. Wealth tax, which is levied on the total value of an individual's assets, is a direct tax because it is paid directly by the person or entity owning the wealth.

  • Excise duty: This is an indirect tax imposed on the manufacture or sale of goods within a country. It is not directly paid by the consumer but is included in the price of the product.

  • Value Added Tax (VAT): This is an indirect tax on consumption that is paid by the end consumer but collected and remitted to the government by businesses.

  • Entertainment tax: This is also an indirect tax levied on the entertainment sector, such as movie tickets or amusement parks.