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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 37

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q37

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
John was an artist (1)______ profession. He was very (2)______ at his work and could
(3)______ any subject he could think of, but circumstances forced him to (4)______ in
(5)______ the work of renowned artists.

Which of the following Articles of the Constitution of India states that there would be no tax levied or collected EXCEPT by the authority of law?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Article 265

Article 265 of the Indian constitution deals with the taxes not to be imposed save by authority of law. It means that no tax shall be levied or collected except by the authority of law.

Additional Information:

 

  • The 7th schedule of the constitution defines the subjects on which Union/State or both can levy taxes.
  • As per the 73rd and 74th amendments of the constitution, limited financial powers have been given to the local governments which are enshrined in Part IX and IX-A of the constitution.