Q14 · UPPSC current affairs · 9 October 2026 · PIB · 57th GST Council Meeting Recommendations

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Which ministry or body is constitutionally empowered to anchor the recommendations and functioning of the GST Council?

A Reserve Bank of India under the Banking Regulation Act
B Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C Ministry of Rural Development
D Goods and Services Tax Council under Article 279A

Correct answer: (d) Goods and Services Tax Council under Article 279A

Explanation

Option D correctly identifies the Goods and Services Tax Council operating under Article 279A. Options A, B, and D incorrectly attribute the council's mandate to unrelated ministries or banking regulators.

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