🏛️ Once upon a time, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) had a brilliant idea to boost tax revenue by actually offering something in

🏛️ Once upon a time, the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) had a brilliant idea to boost tax revenue by actually offering something in return for compliant taxpayers: Taxpayer Privilege Cards.

It's time to resurrect this project.

🎫 Quick access to government services, priority quotes, railway warrants, few extra marks for school admissions, there are countless possibilities for the government to incentivize people at no extra cost.

💼 There are plenty of individuals—business people, non-professionals—who earn well above the current tax threshold yet evade paying taxes. However, these people often crave social recognition. A certificate, tie pin, or commemorative coin—even a stylish car sticker—can go a long way with these people.

🇱🇰 Sri Lanka should shift the perception of paying taxes from being merely a civic duty to becoming a badge of honor. Rather than rolling out new forms of taxation, a small gesture of recognition could significantly enhance a culture of compliance, ultimately boosting revenue.

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