Having a very good legacy of VAT system, made it easier to transition to a technology-led GST system. Of course, there are challenges in implementing GST related to technology as well as making business aware of the various aspects of GST implementation. Karnataka has consistently raised issues faced by tax payers whether it is relating to rate structure or problems faced in return filing in the GST Council . Provisions related to ecommerce in the GST address the concerns of tax administration as well as ecommerce companies. We are committed to work along with ecommerce sector to ensure smooth rolling out of GST for ecommerce.Karnataka has already constituted a statelevel anti-profiteering committee.

Source: Economic Times February 05, 2018 05:15 UTC