GST Quiz
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GST Quiz

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What is the nature of GST in terms of its imposition?

  • It is imposed only at the point of origin
  • It is imposed only on goods and not on services
  • It is single-staged and only imposed at the final consumer level
  • It is multi-staged and meant to be refunded to all parties in the production process (correct)

    • What is the main difference between GST and VAT?

  • GST is a digitalized form of VAT with the ability to track goods and services (correct)
  • GST has different tax slabs compared to VAT
  • GST has subsumed all indirect taxes, while VAT has not
  • GST is only imposed at the point of consumption, unlike VAT

    • What are the tax slabs under GST for goods and services?

  • 5%, 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25%
  • 2%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20%
  • 0%, 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28% (correct)
  • 10%, 15%, 20%, and 25%

    • What items are not taxed under GST?

    <p>Petroleum products, alcoholic drinks, and electricity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the taxation of petroleum products, alcoholic drinks, and electricity under GST?

    <p>They are not taxed under GST and are taxed separately by the individual state governments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    GST Imposition

    • GST (Goods and Services Tax) is a multi-stage, destination-based tax levied on the supply of goods and services.
    • GST is imposed at every stage of the supply chain, with a mechanism of input tax credit (ITC) to avoid cascading of taxes.

    GST vs VAT

    • The main difference between GST and VAT (Value-Added Tax) is that GST is a comprehensive, multi-stage tax, whereas VAT is a single-stage tax.
    • GST is a more comprehensive tax, covering a broader range of goods and services.

    GST Tax Slabs

    • GST has a four-tier tax structure for goods and services: 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%.
    • Certain essential goods, such as food grains, are exempt from GST.

    Exempt Items

    • Certain goods and services are exempt from GST, including:
      • Agricultural produce
      • Milk, curd, and lassi
      • Fresh fruits and vegetables
      • Bread, prasad, and puja samagri
      • Unprocessed food items like coffee beans, tea leaves, and spices

    Taxation of Specific Goods

    • Petroleum products, such as petrol, diesel, and jet fuel, are outside the GST regime and continue to be taxed under existing laws.
    • Alcoholic drinks and electricity are also outside the GST regime, and their taxation remains unchanged.
    • States have the flexibility to levy taxes on these goods, as per their discretion.

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    Test your knowledge of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) with this quiz. Explore the differences between GST and VAT, understand the taxation slabs, and grasp the comprehensive, multistage, destination-based nature of GST. Enhance your understanding of this important aspect of taxation in India.

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