Question

Who is the Chairperson of GST Council?

• A. Prime Minister
• B. Union Finance Minister
• C. President of India
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Union Finance Minister

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council is a constitutional body (under Article 279A) that makes recommendations to the Union and the States on issues related to GST.

The composition of the GST Council is:

• Chairperson: The Union Finance Minister.

• Members:

  • The Union Minister of State in charge of Revenue or Finance.

  • The Minister in charge of Finance or Taxation (or any other Minister nominated by each State Government).