<h1>GST to be Imposed on Alcohol (Excluding Liquor) and Tobacco; GST Council to Set Tobacco Duty Rate.</h1> The government plans to introduce Goods and Services Tax (GST) on alcohol products, excluding alcoholic liquor for human consumption, and on tobacco products, which will also remain subject to Central Excise Duty. The GST Council will determine the duty rate for tobacco. The GST aims to consolidate various indirect taxes, including VAT, Central Sales Tax, Excise Duty, and Service Tax, into a single tax system, thereby simplifying the tax regime and fostering economic growth. It is expected to enhance tax compliance through a robust IT infrastructure and incentivize traders by allowing seamless input tax credit transfers.