Tax farming

Tax farming is a system where a government delegates the collection of taxes to private individuals or companies in exchange for a portion of the revenue collected. These tax collectors are often given the freedom to set collection practices, which can lead to aggressive tactics to maximize their earnings. While this approach can increase tax revenue for the government, it may also result in unfair or harsh treatment of taxpayers. Historically, tax farming has been used in various cultures, often leading to abuses due to lack of oversight and accountability in tax collection.