I’ve observed discussions about the 18% GST applied to online courses and I’m curious about the reasons behind this specific rate. Can someone explain why authorities choose to impose this charge on digital learning programs? I am interested in understanding whether this tax is the result of broader economic policies or if there are unique considerations for online education. Additionally, I’d like to know if these tax policies might adapt to market or political changes and if any exemptions exist for certain types of courses.
In my experience, the 18% GST on online courses is generally an effort to maintain competitive parity between traditional and digital services. It appears that tax authorities aim to support a level playing field by not giving digital offerings an undue advantage. From what I observed, these measures frequently stem from broader fiscal policies rather than being tailored specifically for online education. Although policies can change with shifting market dynamics and political pressures, exemptions are rarely provided except for certain non-commercial contents, which makes the current approach fairly standard in the sector.