Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Liberalisation, Privatisation and Globalisation - An Appraisal

Question:

Which of the following is a silent feature of "Goods and service tax"?

  • GST is based on the principle of destination based consumption taxation
  • GST is not based on the concept of putting tax on the manufacture or sale of goods and services
  • GST is further divided in 3 types: Central, State and District
Options:

1 and 2

2 and 3

1 and 3

1,2 and 3

Correct Answer:

1 and 2

Explanation:

Good and service tax is applicable on "supply" of goods or services as against the concept on the manufacture or sale of goods. It is a destination based tax as against the principle of origin-based taxation. It is a dual GST with the centre and states simultaneously levying tax on a common base.