Question

Write a brief note on the difference between direct and indirect taxes?

Answer 1

DIRECT TAX	INDIRECT TAX
It is levied on income and activities conducted.	It is levied on products or services.
The burden of tax cannot be shifted in case of direct tax.	The burden of tax shifted for indirect taxes.
It is paid directly by a person concerned.	It is paid by one person but he recovers the same from another person i.e. person who actually bears the tax ultimate consumer.
It is paid after the income reaches in the hands of the taxpayer	It is paid before goods/service reaches the taxpayer.
Tax collection is difficult	Tax collection is relatively easier
Example Income tax, wealth tax, etc	Example GST, excise duty custom duty sale tax service tax