Centre can't levy service tax on lottery distributors, only state govts can, rules SC
- Posted on February 11, 2025
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Centre can't levy service tax on lottery distributors, only state govts can, rules SC
The Supreme Court has ruled that only state governments, not the Centre, can levy taxes on lottery distributors for promotion and organisation activities. The decision upheld a Sikkim High Court's 2012 verdict, confirming Parliament lacks authority to impose such taxes under its residuary powers.
