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    Question

    Which of the following is the primary principle

    underlying the concept of "ability to pay" in taxation?
    A Tax should be levied only on consumption Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Tax liability depends on the taxpayer’s income or wealth Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C All taxes must be proportional regardless of income Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Taxes should be imposed equally on all citizens regardless of income Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Taxes are voluntary contributions to the government Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The ability to pay principle is a foundational concept in taxation which holds that a taxpayer’s tax liability should be related to their economic capacity, i.e., their income or wealth. This principle justifies progressive taxation, where higher earners pay a larger percentage of their income in tax, ensuring fairness and equity in the tax system. Options A and E are incorrect as they do not reflect this principle. Option C is about proportional taxation which differs from ability to pay. Option D ignores differences in taxpayers’ economic situations.

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