Part of: Miscellaneous Indian Gk set 346

Consider the following Statements: The Golakh v state of Punjab was one of the most important cases in India's history Bhangra is popular dance of Punjab. Mr. X of Delhi sold goods costing Rs. 50, 000 to Mr. Y of Punjab. GST is levied @12%.OutputCGST A/c will be credited with Rs. 6, 500. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true?

Category: Miscellaneous Indian Gk

Hint: Consider the historical significance of the Golakh case, the cultural context of Bhangra

Correct Answer: A) Only 1, 2.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, State PSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Explanations:

The question involves three distinct statements, each pertaining to different aspects of Indian history, culture, and taxation. Let's break down each statement to understand the context and the correct answer.

The first statement refers to the Golakh v state of Punjab case, which is a landmark legal case in India's history. This case was significant because it dealt with the constitutional validity of Parliament's power to amend the Constitution. The Supreme Court ruled that Parliament could not amend the basic structure of the Constitution, which is a fundamental principle in Indian constitutional law. Therefore, the first statement is true.

The second statement mentions Bhangra, a traditional dance form that originated in the Punjab region of India. Bhangra is a vibrant and energetic dance that is performed during the harvest festival of Baisakhi and other cultural events. It is deeply rooted in Punjabi culture and is widely recognized as a symbol of Punjab's rich cultural heritage. Thus, the second statement is also true.

The third statement involves a calculation related to the Goods and Services Tax (GST). GST is a comprehensive indirect tax levied on the supply of goods and services in India. It replaced multiple indirect taxes with a single tax to simplify the tax structure. The GST is divided into two components: CGST (Central GST) and SGST (State GST). In this case, the transaction involves goods costing Rs. 50,000, and the GST rate is 12%. The GST is split equally between CGST and SGST, so each would be 6% of the total cost. Therefore, the CGST amount would be 6% of Rs. 50,000, which is Rs. 3,000. The statement that the CGST A/c will be credited with Rs. 6,500 is incorrect.

Given these explanations, the correct answer is Option A, which states that only the first and second statements are true. The third statement is incorrect due to the miscalculation of the CGST amount.

Option Analysis:
  • Option A: This option is correct. The Golakh v state of Punjab case is indeed one of the most important cases in India's history, and Bhangra is a popular dance form in Punjab. However, the CGST amount calculation is incorrect, as it should be Rs. 3,000, not Rs. 6,500.
  • Option B: This option is incorrect. While Bhangra is a popular dance form in Punjab, the CGST amount calculation is incorrect, and the Golakh v state of Punjab case is a significant historical legal case.
  • Option C: This option is incorrect. The Golakh v state of Punjab case and Bhangra are correct, but the CGST amount calculation is incorrect, as it should be Rs. 3,000, not Rs. 6,500.
  • Option D: This option is incorrect. The Golakh v state of Punjab case is correct, but the CGST amount calculation is incorrect, and Bhangra is a popular dance form in Punjab.

Mnemonic: Golakh-Punjab, Bhangra-Punjab, GST-12%

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