Parliament passes MMDR Amendment Bill limiting State taxes on mineral rights
Key facts
- The Lok Sabha passed the Bill on 12 August and the Rajya Sabha on 13 August 2026.
- It restricts States' powers to tax mineral rights and mineral-bearing land.
- The Centre says it ensures uniform mineral rates across the country.
- States keep powers over 49 minor minerals.
Why it matters
[Federalism] The Opposition said the Bill hurts fiscal federalism. The Centre said States now get about 88% of mineral revenue. The debate links to the 2024 Supreme Court ruling that let States tax mineral rights.
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