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    Question

    Consider the following statements about Indian

    economy: 1. Share of Corporation tax is more than the share of Income Tax in Direct tax collected. 2. Average monthly gross GST collections have constantly increased since 2018. Which of the above statement/s is/are correct?
    A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Neither 1 nor 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    • Statement 1 is correct: The direct taxes, consisting mainly of corporate and personal income tax, constitute around 55 per cent of Gross tax revenue. The contribution of different taxes in GTR (FY23 BE) are: • Statement 2 is Incorrect: GST collections have been a major source of revenue. They have been on the rise crossing 1.49 lakh cr in 2022 from 0.90 lakh cr in 2018. However, contrary to the trend year 2021 saw a dip in collections. This is better shown below:

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