A regressive tax is one where: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A regressive tax is one where:
A. the tax burden falls more heavily on lower income groups
B. the tax rate rises as income rises
C. there is no tax on income
D. the tax rate is constant
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A regressive tax takes a larger percentage of income from low-income earners.

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Question #1
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on intellectual property rights services is:
A. 18%
B. 28%
C. 5%
D. 12%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
IPR services attract 18% GST.

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Question #2
The 'e-invoicing' under GST is mandatory for businesses with turnover above:
A. Rs 10 crore
B. Rs 20 crore
C. Rs 5 crore
D. Rs 1 crore

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
E-invoicing is mandatory for businesses above a specified turnover threshold, currently Rs 5 crore.

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Question #3
The 'demographic dividend' can be reaped when:
A. dependency ratio is high
B. working-age population is large and productive
C. elderly population is large
D. birth rate is high

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Demographic dividend arises from a large productive working-age population.

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