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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 29

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q29

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Which of the following is an example of indirect tax?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. G.S.T.

  • An indirect tax is a tax that is not taken directly from the public but reaches the government indirectly.
  • The state of consumption levied the taxes on imports, exports,  production, etc., which is an indirect tax. 
  • Examples of indirect taxes are excise tax, VAT (value-added tax), service tax, custom duty, sales tax, entertainment tax, and securities transaction tax.