Centre Revises Export Duties On Petrol, Diesel & Aviation Fuel, Know The Rates
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· External sector, trade & FDI· Prelims·
Why in news
The Indian government revised export duties on petrol, diesel, and aviation turbine fuel (ATF) effective June 1st to manage domestic availability.
Background
The revised export duties are Rs 1.5 per litre for petrol, Rs 13.5 per litre for diesel, and Rs 9.5 per litre for aviation turbine fuel (ATF). The government reviews these rates every two weeks based on international crude oil prices and petroleum product costs.
Facts for Prelims
- FactRevised export duty for petrol: Rs 1.5 per litre
- FactRevised export duty for diesel: Rs 13.5 per litre
- FactRevised export duty for aviation turbine fuel (ATF): Rs 9.5 per litre
- FactReview frequency of export duties: Every two weeks
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the government uses export duties as a tool to balance domestic energy security with international trade obligations in a volatile global market.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Market volatility: Balancing domestic fuel price stability against international crude oil price fluctuations
- Trade policy: Using fiscal instruments to prevent domestic shortages during global supply shocks
Keywords: Export Duty · Energy Security · Fiscal Policy · Market Volatility · Domestic Availability
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