💨 Abstract

The article discusses the inefficiency in the usage of cesses (taxes earmarked for specific purposes) by the Indian Centre government. The collections are not being utilised promptly, leading to a gap and strengthening the states' argument for the Centre to reduce reliance on these non-shareable revenue sources. The unutilised collections could indicate a lack of prioritisation or planning in the allocation of these funds.

Courtesy: theprint.in

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