Which of the following is a direct tax? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a direct tax?
A. Income tax
B. GST
C. Customs duty
D. Excise duty
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Income tax is a direct tax as the burden falls directly on the taxpayer. GST, excise, customs are indirect taxes.

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Question #1
The concept of 'Going Concern' assumes that:
A. The business will be liquidated soon
B. The business will continue operations indefinitely
C. Profits are not important
D. The business is not viable

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Going concern concept assumes that the enterprise will continue in operation for the foreseeable future, and has no intention to liquidate.

Question #2
The 'Penalty' for not issuing a GST invoice is:
A. Fixed amount
B. No penalty
C. 25% of tax
D. 100% of tax due or ₹10,000, whichever is higher

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Section 122 provides penalty of ₹10,000 or tax amount, whichever higher, for not issuing invoice.

Question #3
The 'Tax Collected at Source' (TCS) applies to:
A. Certain specified transactions like sale of scrap, motor vehicles above ₹10 lakh, etc.
B. Salary payments
C. Dividends
D. All payments

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
TCS is collected by seller from buyer on specified goods.