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    ​The 'Goods and Service Tax Act' came into force on :
    Question

    ​The 'Goods and Service Tax Act' came into force on :

    A.

    April 1, 2017

    B.

    April 1, 2018

    C.

    July 1, 2017

    D.

    July 1, 2018

    Correct option is C

    The correct answer is (c) July 1, 2017

    Explanation:
    • The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act came into effect on July 1, 2017.
    • It replaced multiple indirect taxes like VAT, excise, and service tax.
    • The GST was introduced through the 101st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2016.

    Information Booster:
    • GST is a destination-based, multi-stage tax on value addition.
    • It is levied on the supply of goods and services.
    • Administered jointly by the Central and State Governments.
    • The GST Council is chaired by the Union Finance Minister.
    • Main types: CGST, SGST, IGST, and UTGST.

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