Central Government's GST Reforms

Posted on August 19th, 2025 in Exam Details (QP Included)

Central Government’s GST Reforms

• The government proposes to reform the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system to benefit the middle class and business community.

• The proposed changes include shifting 99% of items in the 12% slab to a 5% tax rate, and 90% of items in the 28% slab to 18%.

• The rationalisation of the number of slabs and shifting similar products to the same slab will reduce ambiguity and litigation.

• Procedural reforms regarding registration, return filing, and refunds are also crucial.

• The government expects a significant revenue impact from these reductions, with the average GST rate expected to fall substantially.

• The reductions will also remove incentives for input tax credit scams and tax evasion.

• The government’s willingness to risk some revenue to boost domestic consumption is expected to boost the economy.

• State governments are lobbying the Sixteenth Finance Commission to increase the share of States in central taxes.

• The Centre will be reaching out to the States to put forth its case.

Indian Taxation Reforms is important topic for Civil service exam (WBCS).

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