What is the percentage growth in India's net direct tax collections for the period up to October 9, 2023?
18.5%
19.2%
20.3%
21.8%
Correct Answer :
D. 21.8%
India's net direct tax collections surged by 21.8% to ?9.57 lakh crore by October 9, 2023, exceeding half of the annual Budget estimates.
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