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Which of the following is an example of 'Direct Tax' in India?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. GST
  2. Customs Duty
  3. Corporate Tax
  4. Excise Duty

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Corporate Tax

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: C) Corporate Tax šŸ“š Explanation: A direct tax is a tax paid directly by an individual or organization to the entity that levied it, and its burden cannot be shifted. Corporate Tax and Income Tax are the primary examples of direct taxes in India. GST, Customs Duty, and Excise Duty are indirect taxes where the burden is shifted to the final consumer.