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GST show cause and demand proceedings initiated against a deceased sole proprietor, after death and cancellation of the proprietorship registration, cannot be sustained. The legal heir was unconnected with the business and unaware of proceedings conducted through the GST portal. The High Court quashed the notices and consequential demand order, while preserving the authority's right to commence proper proceedings in accordance with law against the legal heir for any outstanding demand.
GST show cause and demand proceedings initiated against a deceased sole proprietor, after death and cancellation of the proprietorship registration, cannot be sustained. The legal heir was unconnected with the business and unaware of proceedings conducted through the GST portal. The High Court quashed the notices and consequential demand order, while preserving the authority's right to commence proper proceedings in accordance with law against the legal heir for any outstanding demand.
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