Regarding Article 27 of the Constitution of India, which of the following statements explains the legal distinction drawn by the Supreme Court between a 'Tax' and a 'Fee'?

Explanation

Article 27 prohibits the state from using public funds raised via taxes for the promotion or maintenance of any particular religion. However, the Supreme Court clarified that this provision prohibits only a 'tax' and not a 'fee'. A fee can be levied on pilgrims to provide them with secular services like health, safety, and administration, as fees are collected for a specific quid pro quo service.