GST has transformed indirect tax system, says High Court Chief Justice
High Court Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh praised the Goods and Services Tax (GST) for modernizing India's indirect tax system through digitalization and uniformity. While noting significant growth in tax collections and registered taxpayers, he also acknowledged emerging legal challenges related to digital compliance.
Why it matters
GST is a cornerstone of India's economic policy, and its performance metrics serve as a key indicator of the country's fiscal health and administrative efficiency.
The ninth GST Day was celebrated in Hyderabad on July 1, with High Court Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh describing the Goods and Services Tax as a landmark reform that has transformed India’s indirect tax system through digitalisation, uniformity and cooperative federalism.
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