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Natural Justice Prevails: GST Assessment Order Quashed for Lack of Proper Hearing and Reasoning Under Principles of Fair Procedure HC found violation of natural justice principles in GST assessment order. The court set aside the impugned order due to insufficient hearing and ...
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Natural Justice Prevails: GST Assessment Order Quashed for Lack of Proper Hearing and Reasoning Under Principles of Fair Procedure
HC found violation of natural justice principles in GST assessment order. The court set aside the impugned order due to insufficient hearing and inadequate reasoning. Directed authorities to issue fresh notice, provide proper opportunity to petitioner, and pass reasoned order within 12 weeks. Writ Petition allowed without costs, emphasizing procedural fairness in administrative actions.
Issues: Violation of principles of natural justice in the impugned order.
Analysis: The judgment delivered by Honourable Dr. Justice Anita Sumanth of the Madras High Court pertains to a Writ Petition challenging an order dated 24.06.2022, filed beyond the statutory period of limitation for appeal. The primary contention raised was the violation of principles of natural justice. The pre-assessment notice in DRC-01 was issued on 25.05.2022, and the order was based on the petitioner's reply filed on 08.02.2022 in response to a verification. Notably, the petitioner did not respond to the notice dated 25.05.2022. The court emphasized that under Section 74 of the Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017, it was mandatory for the authority to hear the petitioner before passing the impugned order. Furthermore, the order's rejection of the petitioner's explanation was deemed insufficient, merely stating 'dealer reply was verified and not accepted so far'.
The court found the confirmation of proposals in the impugned order to be inadequate and ruled in favor of the petitioner, setting aside the order. The judgment directed for a fresh notice to be issued, ensuring the petitioner is heard, and orders are passed in compliance with the law within twelve weeks from the date of the judgment. Ultimately, the Writ Petition was allowed, with no costs imposed, and the connected Miscellaneous Petitions were closed. The decision highlights the significance of adhering to principles of natural justice and ensuring due process in administrative actions, particularly in matters concerning tax assessments and orders under the GST Act.
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