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Taxation

Taxation is the process of collecting money from individuals and businesses. It funds government services and infrastructure. In India, taxation is governed by laws and regulations. The Constitution outlines the powers of the government to levy taxes. Different types of taxes exist, such as income tax and goods and services tax. Taxation plays a crucial role in the economy and public welfare.

Land Revenue Systems in India

Land revenue is a tax imposed on agricultural land. It serves as source of income for governments. In...

 April 5, 2025

Global Inequality Crisis

Recently, an important report revealed that global efforts to reduce socio-economic inequalities are faltering. Published by Oxfam and...

 October 23, 2024

Taxation of Industrial Alcohol

In October 2024, a landmark ruling by a nine-judge Bench of the Supreme Court of India concluded that...

 October 23, 2024

Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council

Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced via the 101st Constitution Amendment Act in 2016. GST aims to...

 February 15, 2024

Centre-State Relations

Centre-State relations are fundamental to India's federal structure. They define the interaction between the central government and state...

 January 28, 2024

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