14 most weirdest things people have been taxed for around the world

New Delhi, Feb 08: The government levies taxes on us almost for a lot of things in the world. But there are places around the world that have gone a little overboard with their taxes.

In India, Punjab and Uttar Pradesh state have introduced taxed for absurd things. Apparently, in Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath-led government has introduced a 'cow cess' on certain items under the excise department. While, in Punjab you will have to shell out money for keeping a pet.

Here are some of the world's weirdest taxes imposed around the world:

Story first published: Friday, February 8, 2019, 7:52 [IST]