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Should there be only a uniform rate of income tax irrespective of the level of income? Arguments : I. Yes. This will substantially reduce the work of the officials of the income tax department. II. No. This will reduce Govt tax collection to a large extent

If only argument I is strong
If only argument II is strong
If neither I nor II is strong
If both I and II are strong

Correct Answer: If only argument II is strong

Explanation:

I is weak because reduction of workload of IT officials is not too desirable a motive. II is strong because reduced tax collection will have a bad impact on state activities.

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