Which of the following is a direct tax levied by local bodies? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a direct tax levied by local bodies?
A. GST
B. Property tax
C. Excise duty
D. Customs duty
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Property tax is a direct tax levied by municipal bodies on property owners.

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Question #1
S1: GST is a comprehensive indirect tax. S2: GST is levied on the manufacture of goods. Which statement(s) is/are correct?
A. S2 only
B. S1 only
C. Neither S1 nor S2
D. Both S1 and S2

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
GST is a comprehensive indirect tax levied on the *supply* of goods and services. It replaced the tax on manufacture (Excise Duty) and tax on sale (VAT). S1 is correct, S2 is incorrect.

Question #2
The 'Assembly of the Final Audit File' should be completed within:
A. No time limit
B. 60 days of auditor's report (as per SA 230)
C. 30 days of auditor's report
D. 90 days

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The final file should be assembled within 60 days from the date of auditor's report.

Question #3
Hidden goodwill at the time of admission of a partner is calculated by comparing:
A. Average profits of last 5 years
B. Super profit and normal rate of return
C. Assets and outside liabilities
D. Total capital based on new partner's share and actual total capital of all partners

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Hidden goodwill is the excess of the firm's inferred total capital (based on the new partner's contribution and share) over the actual combined capital balances.