The Pros And Cons Of Sin Tax

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Sin taxes are state-imposed excise taxes added to products that are considered sinful—like alcohol and cigarettes—to prevent civilians from indulging themselves in unhealthy activities. This house believes that sin tax should be abolished as this highly regressive and discriminating tax endorses rampant smuggling and thus leads to corruption. The opposing side has discussed the disadvantages of alcohol and cigarettes to an individual. But, when taken within moderation, alcohol can actually lower the risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, dementia and gallstones. It is true however, that cigarettes can lead to sickness and, at times, death, but it is not the government's choice to make whether or whether not an individual would like to indulge

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