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Path to a simple and rational GST
Hindustan Times West UP
|December 23, 2024
Indirect tax regime needs to be rejigged and an honest debate on fiscal federalism and the politics and economics of welfare is essential
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Social media went pop over popcorn on Saturday, sharing details on the differential Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates on variants. In all fairness, such idiosyncrasies aren't unique to India; the developed world is replete with similar instances for various products and services (not necessarily popcorn). But, two larger issues with India's indirect tax regime need to be promptly addressed.
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