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Cracking the whip on tax evasion-call for inclusive reforms

Jun 07, 2025 3 mins read

Taxation is a cornerstone of societal welfare, particularly vital in a welfare state. It is our fundamental duty under the Constitution to pay the taxes. Further, our Constitution mandates that “the cost of recurrent expenditures is met from internal resources of the country”.

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