How much do you have to be above the law – is a question that is asked in India. The country is full of people who act like this and also flaunt it. From openly threatening anyone and everyone to breaking laws daily without a single thought of the consequences, social media has seen so many videos and whatnot that the public is generally concerned. Same was seen in this Bengaluru case as well.
Notice in Paying Guest Facility Raises Eyebrows
Taking to Reddit, a man shared a rather problematic notice stuck on a Bengaluru PG’s wall. As per the notice, the occupants of the PG were allowed to pay their rents in ‘cash only’. An online payment, the notice warned, would lead to an added payment of ‘12 per cent GST’.
As soon as the picture of the same began to circulate online, netizens started reacting. Most advised the Redditor to take some legal action, while some pointed out the importance of stricter rules and punishments for such casual law breakers. Times Now could not confirm the details or the authenticity of the post.
“Rent Should Paid In Cash Only Online Payment 12% GST,” the notice read. “Saw this in a PG!” a user said. The post was shared on Reddit by the handle ‘SKDgeek’. The post, uploaded a few days ago, has garnered 31K views from people.
Netizens Call Out Tax Evasion
“I hope the government gets a number to report this. Win for them, win for us Ig? This classifies as tax evasion Ig,” a user said. “Makes practical sense first you need to pay more ! Because GST is passed back to you,” commented another.
“Pay in UPI only, these leeches make money and don’t want to contribute to the economy. Let him pay 12% GST on what you give, let’s not encourage tax evasion and ask him to give a GST bill, which they can’t refuse,” added another person.
“Everyone has option to escape except salaried!” wrote another person. “When I’m paying tax legitimately out of my salary. I’m not paying anyone in cash to avoid taxes. Sorry,” commented another person.
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