Should nuns, who are in a state of ‘civil death’, pay income tax
Should nuns, who are in a state of being considered 'civilly dead' pay income tax? This issue is being heard by the Supreme Court.
- The issue of whether nuns, who are considered to be in a state of 'civil death', should pay income tax is currently being heard by the Supreme Court.
- 'Civil death' is a legal concept that essentially means a person is considered legally dead but still alive. It limits a person's legal rights, including the right to own property.
- One argument in favor of nuns paying income tax is that even though they may be in a state of 'civil death', they still benefit from various government services and infrastructure funded by tax dollars.
- Another argument is that taxation is a civic duty and should apply to all citizens, regardless of their legal status or occupation.
- However, there are also arguments against nuns being required to pay income tax while in a state of 'civil death'. Some believe that taxing nuns in this situation would be unfair and contradictory to the concept of 'civil death'.
- Moreover, nuns often live in communal religious institutions and do not receive personal income, which may complicate the taxation process.
- The Supreme Court's decision on this issue will likely consider the legal rights and obligations of nuns and their status as individuals in a state of 'civil death', as well as the broader principles of taxation and fairness.
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