A direct tax is a mandatory financial charge levied directly on individuals

One sort of tax that is levied directly on people or things and cannot be transferred to another party is called a direct tax. These taxes are usually imposed on wealth, income, or profits. Indirect taxes, which can be passed on to the final customer and are levied on the production or sale of products and services, are contrasted with direct taxes.

Different Direct Tax Types:

Income tax:

 A tax imposed on the earnings or income of a firm or individual.

Corporate Tax: 

Levied on the profits that firms and corporations make.

Wealth tax: 

imposed on the net worth or assets that firms and individuals own (Note: Wealth tax has been eliminated in some countries).

Property tax:

 Paid according to the value of real estate and other assets owned by people or companies. Profits from the sale of assets like stocks, real estate, or other investments are subject to capital gains tax.
A tax known as inheritance is levied when a deceased person's assets are transferred to their heirs.

Gift Tax: 

Applies when assets are transferred as gifts, particularly if the value surpasses a predetermined level.

Payroll taxes, or social security taxes:

collected to pay for healthcare and pensions as well as other social security programs.

Progressivity:

A progressive rate system is commonly used in the structuring of several direct taxes, including income tax. This implies that a larger proportion of the income or wealth of higher-income people or organizations is taxed.

Base of Taxation:

Generally, a particular taxable base—such as income, profits, or the value of assets—is subject to direct taxes.

Government Revenue:

Governments rely on direct taxes as a major source of income to pay for infrastructure, public services, and other expenses.

Challenges in Administration:

The administrative challenges associated with direct taxes can arise from the necessity of precisely determining individual earnings, asset values, and other relevant elements.

Tax-Related Authorities: 

Government organizations like HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) in the United Kingdom and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in the United States are normally in charge of collecting taxes and enforcing them.