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Why are the indirect taxes termed regressive taxing mechanism?

1.They are charged at higher rate than direct taxes

2.They are charged the same rates for all income groups

3.They are not charged the same for all income groups

4.None of the above

Posted Date:-2022-01-29 09:13:58

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