<h1>GST Overhauls India's Indirect Taxes, Simplifies Trade, and Improves Transport; 34 Amendments Made to CGST Rules by 2019.</h1> The Goods and Services Tax (GST) has streamlined India's indirect tax system, replacing a complex structure with a unified, technology-driven regime that facilitates inter-State trade. The GST has removed tax cascading and improved transport efficiency. The government, through the GST Council, actively addresses initial issues and engages with trade and industry stakeholders. Amendments have been made to various GST Acts and Rules, including the CGST, IGST, UTGST, and GST Compensation Acts, as well as the Finance Act, 2019, with 34 amendments to the CGST Rules by November 2019.