Multiple choice

The Government imposes taxes to

  1. Uplift the weaker sections

  2. Check the accumulation of wealth among the rich

  3. Run the State machinery

  4. None of these

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Taxes are the primary source of revenue for the government to fund its operations and public services. The main purpose is to run the State machinery, including maintaining infrastructure, providing public services, and governance. While taxes may indirectly affect wealth distribution and social welfare, their fundamental purpose is to finance government expenditure.