- Uber ruled liable for GST as an e-commerce operator by Karnataka AAR
- Uber must collect and pay GST on passenger transportation services provided by cab drivers using its platform
- The ruling is significant as it follows a directive from the Karnataka High Court
- Uber and other ride-booking apps have made representations to CBIC on the applicability of GST
- AAR observed that the passenger pays the driver directly, but liability for tax is on the e-commerce operator
- The ruling applies to services for transportation of passengers by radio taxi, motor cab, maxi cab, and motorcycle provided through the electronic commerce operator.
Source: thehindubusinessline.com
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