The Erosion of Tax Culture in Pakistan: Exploring the Consequences of Income Tax Evasion

Authors

  • Khurram Baig PhD Scholar Gillani Law College , Bahauddin Zakariya University, Multan https://orcid.org/0009-0005-4262-4983
  • Ali Raza Laghari Lecturer Department of Law, TIMES Institute, Multan https://orcid.org/0009-0000-7559-6951
  • Dr. Rehman Akhtar Associate Professor / HOD Law / Dean. Ghazi National Institute of Engineering & Sciences (GNIES) D.G.khan.
  • Ansar Abbas LLM Scholar Hajevri Law college TIMES, Institute Multan, Advocate Lahore High Court

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.62585/pjcj.v3i1.55

Keywords:

income tax evasion, pakistan, administration, governance pakistan

Abstract

This study examined the causes and consequences of income tax evasion in Pakistan's income tax culture. The aim of this study is to provide lawmakers and tax authorities with guidance on how to promote. The subject matter of this study was the importance of escaping financial responsibility through tax nonpayment locally and globally. Analyzing it with the help of qualitative data analysis methods was necessary. From these findings, causes of tax evasion may include high tax rates, complex legal systems as well as lack of trust in government. Proposals for legislative changes will be made by improving law enforcement measures; conducting awareness programs among publics; strengthening governance; increasing collaboration with other agencies, and monitoring policies Hence, these issues need to be dealt with so that a revenue stream is collected and compliance assured as illustrated in this report. Therefore, this article is a guide for policymakers, supervisors and academicians on how to best handle the issue which will make Pakistan a favorable place for doing business.

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Published

2023-12-19

How to Cite

Khurram Baig, Ali Raza Laghari, Dr. Rehman Akhtar, & Ansar Abbas. (2023). The Erosion of Tax Culture in Pakistan: Exploring the Consequences of Income Tax Evasion. Pakistan Journal of Criminal Justice, 3(1), 101–111. https://doi.org/10.62585/pjcj.v3i1.55