Quick Summary
A fake message was being circulated on Whatsapp that in the wake of the outbreak of Coronavirus the government will enact the Compulsory Deposit Act under which the taxpayers will be asked to deposit 18% to the government. However, the government has made it clear that the such claims are fake. The government further added:
"No such move being discussed by the Government. This is a figment of imagination aimed at scaremongering. Please do not forward any such fake news"
FAQ :
No, the government has clarified that claims about a Compulsory Deposit Act requiring taxpayers to deposit 18% of their income are false.
The rumour originated from a fake message being circulated on WhatsApp.
The government has stated that no such move is being discussed and that the claims are a 'figment of imagination aimed at scaremongering'.
No, the government has urged the public not to forward any such fake news.
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