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of <h1>Adjudicator Cannot Add New Allegations Beyond Show Cause Notice: Upholding Fairness and Due Process</h1> <h3>MAHESWARI ENTERPRISES Versus COMMISSIONER OF CENTRAL EXCISE, BOLPUR</h3> MAHESWARI ENTERPRISES Versus COMMISSIONER OF CENTRAL EXCISE, BOLPUR - 2015 (38) S.T.R. 942 (Cal.) Issues Involved:1. Can an adjudicating officer or appellate authority travel beyond the case made out in a show cause noticeRs.2. Is it permissible to make out a new case without affording the noticee an opportunity to defend the chargeRs.3. Can financial hardship be the sole basis for dispensation of pre-deposit conditions under Section 35FRs.Analysis:Issue 1:The central query in this case pertains to whether the adjudicating officer or appellate authority can exceed the scope of the case outlined in a show cause notice. The judgment emphasizes the importance of the show cause notice as the foundation of proceedings against a noticee. It cites legal precedents to establish that introducing new allegations not included in the show cause notice violates principles of natural justice. The judgment highlights that a person cannot be penalized for offenses not mentioned in the notice, as it denies them the opportunity to defend against such charges. The court's decision underscores that the case presented must align with the content of the show cause notice to ensure fairness and adherence to legal principles.Issue 2:The second issue addresses the permissibility of creating a new case without providing the noticee with a chance to defend against the charge. The judgment scrutinizes the necessity of clearly articulating charges in the show cause notice to enable the noticee to present a defense. It references legal authorities to support the view that any additional matter introduced post the notice issuance constitutes a violation of natural justice. The judgment underscores that punishing an individual based on unnotified grounds contradicts fundamental principles of fairness and due process. The court's ruling emphasizes that any case made beyond the scope of the show cause notice is legally impermissible and infringes on the rights of the noticee.Issue 3:The final issue revolves around the consideration of financial hardship as the sole basis for dispensing pre-deposit conditions under Section 35F. The judgment scrutinizes the distinction between a prima facie case and an arguable case in the context of dispensation criteria. It underscores that while financial hardship is a relevant factor, it should not be the exclusive determinant for pre-deposit waiver. The court interprets the proviso to Section 35F, emphasizing the concept of undue hardship in cases where a strong prima facie case is established. The judgment concludes that a person demonstrating a strong prima facie case would endure undue hardship if compelled to deposit the demanded duty amount. It highlights the necessity for a balanced assessment of factors beyond financial hardship to determine pre-deposit dispensation.In conclusion, the judgment delves into critical legal principles concerning the scope of cases, noticee rights, and pre-deposit dispensation criteria, ensuring adherence to procedural fairness and legal standards in adjudicatory processes.
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