S1: Direct taxes are levied on income and wealth. S2: Direct taxes can be shifted to others. Which statement(s) is/are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

S1: Direct taxes are levied on income and wealth. S2: Direct taxes can be shifted to others. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. Neither S1 nor S2
B. S2 only
C. Both S1 and S2
D. S1 only
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Direct taxes, like Income Tax and Wealth Tax, are levied directly on the income and wealth of individuals or entities. The burden of direct taxes cannot be shifted to someone else. S1 is correct, S2 is incorrect.

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