In an attempt to get states to implement the Goods and Services Tax (GST) by next April, the Centre has softened its stance on most proposals in the draft Constitutional Amendment Bill that Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee hopes to pilot in the monsoon session.
The government introduced the 122nd Constitution amendment Bill.
Congress preparing a dissent note on the issue
State finance ministers' panel to decide on latest attempt at harmonising of views on Constitution amendment.
With the reality of coalition politics staring the BJP in its face, this was inevitable, points out Ramesh Menon.
The government has provided a long-term vision.
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