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GST Council: Composition, Powers, and Role in India’s Tax System

Learn all about the GST Council – its composition, powers, functions, challenges, and significance for UPSC. Includes constitutional provisions and role in cooperative federalism.

Economy

Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India: Overview, Features, and Impact

Understand the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system in India – key features, structure (CGST, SGST, IGST), benefits, drawbacks, tax rates and reforms. UPSC Economy Notes 2025.

Economy

Transfer Pricing and Advance Pricing Agreements (APA)

Understand transfer pricing, arm’s length principle, Advance Pricing Agreements (APA), India’s APA regime, its types, significance, and implementation issues. Important for UPSC GS-III, economy, and tax reforms.

Economy

Base Erosion and Profit Shifting (BEPS)

Understand BEPS, its mechanisms, and India’s measures like the Equalisation Levy and Digital Services Tax. Must-read for UPSC Economy & International Relations.

What is Tax Expenditure? Benefits, Issues, and Reforms Explained

Learn about Tax Expenditure in India – its definition, purpose, examples, and concerns. Useful for UPSC, State PSCs, and other exams.

Economy

What is Inverted Duty Structure?

Understand the concept of Inverted Duty Structure in India & its impact on domestic manufacturing. UPSC-ready notes with FAQs.

Direct Tax Code (DTC): A Simplified Tax Framework for India

Explore the proposed Direct Tax Code (DTC) that aims to replace the Income Tax Act, 1961. Learn how it simplifies tax filing, reduces sections, standardises rates, and promotes digital compliance.

Economics

Direct and Indirect Taxes in India – Meaning, Types, Advantages

Understand the key differences between direct and indirect taxes in India. Learn about types of taxes like income tax, GST, customs duty, and capital gains tax. Ideal for UPSC preparation and general awareness on Indian taxation system.