The conversation between human and AI assistant.
Why does income tax exist? Shouldn't people be taxed only on the basis of the amount they consume rather than that which they earn?
Do you think people should be taxed based on what they consume instead of how much they earn?
While consumption-based taxation is used in some countries, income tax is currently the most common form of taxation globally. The idea behind income tax is that those who earn more should contribute more to society since they have more resources and benefits.