The 'GST Compensation Cess' is levied to compensate states for: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The 'GST Compensation Cess' is levied to compensate states for:
A. Excess expenditure
B. Natural calamities
C. Loan repayment
D. Loss of revenue due to GST implementation
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Compensation cess compensates states for revenue shortfall during the transition period.

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Practice More Accountancy and Book Keeping Questions

Question #1
The 'GST Council' is a constitutional body under:
A. Article 370
B. Article 279A
C. Article 324
D. Article 280

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
GST Council was created by Constitution (101st Amendment) Act, 2016, under Article 279A.

Question #2
The term 'Amortization' refers to:
A. Depreciation of tangible assets
B. Obsolescence of machinery
C. Depletion of natural resources
D. Systematic write-off of intangible assets

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Amortization is the process of systematically writing off the cost of an intangible asset over its useful life.

Question #3
The 'Advance Tax' payment schedule for a non-corporate assessee is:
A. 15th March only
B. 15th June, 15th September, 15th December, 15th March
C. 31st March only
D. 15th September, 15th December, 15th March

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
For non-corporate taxpayers, advance tax is due in four instalments: 15th June (15%), Sept (45%), Dec (75%), March (100%) of tax due.