Which of the following is a feature of the Indian tax system after the introduction of GST? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is a feature of the Indian tax system after the introduction of GST?
A. Persistence of multiple cascading taxes
B. Complete elimination of all state-level taxes without dual structure
C. Only origin-based taxation
D. A unified destination-based tax on goods and services with input tax credit mechanism
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
GST replaced a large number of cascading central and state taxes with a unified destination-based tax that permits seamless input tax credit.

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Question #1
Which of the following is a non-tax revenue receipt for the central government?
A. Corporate tax
B. Income tax
C. Dividends from public sector enterprises
D. GST

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Dividends from public sector enterprises are non-tax revenue receipts.

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Question #2
The 'Goods and Services Tax' on hotel accommodation above Rs 7,500 is:
A. 12%
B. 18%
C. 28%
D. 5%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Hotel rooms above Rs 7,500 attract 18% GST.

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Question #3
Interest payment on government debt is classified as:
A. plan expenditure
B. revenue expenditure
C. capital expenditure
D. non-tax revenue

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Interest payment on debt is a recurring revenue expenditure.

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