Question 29
MediumOriginal questionRead the two statements and choose the correct option.
I. GST is levied only by the state governments.
II. Customs duty is a direct tax.
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer D
Correct answer: D
Explanation
GST is shared: the centre levies CGST and the states SGST, with IGST on inter-state supplies. I is false.
Customs duty is charged on goods and passed on in their prices: indirect. II is false.
- Concept
- GST and customs
- Typical timeTypical
- 70 s
- Your timeYours
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