+**Death Duty** refers to a tax levied on the estate of a deceased person before assets are distributed to beneficiaries. It represents a final obligation to the state, often impacting the size of an [Inheritance](/wiki/inheritance) passed down. This duty aims to redistribute wealth and fund public services, serving as a form of [Wealth Tax](/wiki/wealth_tax).
+## See also
+- [Taxation](/wiki/taxation)
+- [Estate Planning](/wiki/estate_planning)
+- [Probate](/wiki/probate)
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