The policy brief is a synthesis and summarizes evidence of the research finding on “Independent Fair Tax Monitoring” conducted by ActionAid International Nepal and NEAT in 2021. The goal of the Fair Tax Monitor (FTM) is to strengthen advocacy activities on equitable and fair taxation at local and global levels. It provides an overview of national tax systems, identifies the main challenges within these systems and charts new courses of action that will lead to fair tax systems. The report is divided into six thematic categories as : i. Progressive Tax System ii. Sufficient Revenues iii. Well Governed Tax Exemptions iv. Effective Tax Administration v. Pro-Poor Government Spending vi. Accountable Public Finances.