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Question
Explain the term proportional taxation.
Answer in Brief
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Solution
- Under the proportional tax system, all incomes are taxed at a uniform rate.
- In other words, a proportional tax (also referred to as a flat tax) is one in which the rate of tax remains the same.
- Corporation tax is an example of proportional tax in India where the government charges a flat rate of 30% on the income earned by the companies.
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