VAT replacement of General Sales Tax - General Economics & Indian Economy
Q. Which of the following statements are true?
1. VAT has been implemented in all the states & union territories of India
2. It replaced General Sales Tax
3. Haryana became the first State in the country that had adopted VAT- Published on 07 Jul 15a. 1,2
b. 2,3
c. 1,3
d. All
ANSWER: All
Sales tax is a State subject, the Central Government has been playing the role of a facilitator for successful implementation of VAT.