Top 7 Most Ridiculous Taxes Ever Imposed By The Authorities

The tax paid by Nobel Prize winners

If you thought that winning the Nobel Prize – no matter the category – deems you exempt from turning a “fair” share over to the IRS, think again. Alfred Nobel was probably spinning in his grave when the authorities announced that even those who confer humankind the greatest benefit should subject to taxes. However, there is also a catch here, as you can also choose to donate the full sum (emphasis on full) to a charity organization of your choice or, of course, directly to the government. And the Internal Revenue Service is gracious enough to let you decide where your money goes!