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Which body recommends the formula for sharing central taxes with states?

AReserve Bank of India

BState Legislature

CFinance Commission of India

DPlanning Commission

Answer:

C. Finance Commission of India

Read Explanation:

  • The Finance Commission, constituted under Article 280 of the Constitution, recommends how the Union Government should share its tax revenues with states


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