The Constitution as the Foundation of State Revenue: Legalizing, Limiting, and Legitimizing the Power to Tax
In every modern democracy, the State requires financial resources to function effectively. Governments build roads, maintain public infrastructure, provide healthcare, support education, strengthen national security, administer justice, and implement welfare programs—all of which require substantial revenue. However, an important constitutional question arises: Where does the State derive its authority to collect money from citizens? The answer lies in […]