Balbharati solutions for Economics HSC 12th Standard Maharashtra State Board.
Chapter 8 : Public Finance in India
Q.3.Distinguish between the following concept
4. Special assessment and Special levy.
Special Assessment:
a. The payment made by the citizens of a particular locality in exchange for certain special facilities given to them by the authorities is known as ‘special assessment.’
b. For example, local bodies can levy a special tax on the residents of a particular area where extra/special facilities of roads, energy, water supply, etc. are provided.
Special levy:
a. This is levied on those commodities, the consumption of which is harmful to the health and well-being of the citizens. Like fines and penalties, the objective is not to earn income, but to discourage the consumption of harmful commodities by the citizens.
b. For example, duties levied on wine, opium, and other intoxicants.
