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Multiple choice social science government and taxes types of tax types of taxes government budget and taxation

In a developing economy ________ plays a role.

  1. no taxation

  2. regressive taxation

  3. progressive taxation

  4. proportional taxation
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Developing economies often utilize progressive taxation to reduce income inequality and fund public infrastructure. This system ensures that those with higher incomes pay a higher percentage of their earnings in taxes.

Multiple choice social science government and taxes types of tax types of taxes government budget and taxation

A tax that takes away a higher proportion of ones income, as the income rises is termed as __________.

  1. Progressive Tax

  2. Proportional tax

  3. Regressive tax

  4. Indirect tax
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

A progressive tax is defined by a system where the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases. This means higher earners pay a larger proportion of their income compared to lower earners.

Multiple choice social science government and taxes types of tax types of taxes government budget and taxation

Which of the following taxes are included in price?

  1. Direct tax

  2. Wealth tax

  3. Income tax

  4. Indirect tax
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Indirect taxes are collected by intermediaries (like sellers) and passed on to the government. Because they are added to the cost of goods and services, they are effectively included in the final price paid by the consumer.

Multiple choice social science government and taxes types of tax types of taxes government budget and taxation

Find the correct statement.

  1. Share of direct is more than indirect tax in total tax revenue of Government

  2. Share of indirect is more than direct tax in total tax revenue of Government

  3. GST is direct tax

  4. None of the above
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Historically, indirect taxes have accounted for a larger share of total tax revenue in India compared to direct taxes, although this balance has shifted over time.