Which of the following is a characteristic of the Indian tax structure post-GST? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a characteristic of the Indian tax structure post-GST?
A. Origin-based taxation without input credit
B. Multiple cascading taxes on the same value addition
C. Only central taxes without state participation
D. Destination-based consumption tax with input tax credit
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
GST is a destination-based consumption tax that allows seamless input tax credit, thereby eliminating cascading and creating a unified market.

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