Violation of principles of natural justice - Opportunity of...

Violation of principles of natural justice - Opportunity of personal haring not provided - discretion to grant an adjournment - The petitioner sought an extension to respond to a show-cause notice under Section 73(1) of the GST Act. Despite the petitioner's request, the respondent passed the final order without considering the extension application. The court found the respondent's actions to be a colorable exercise of power, violating principles of natural justice. - Consequently, the court set aside the impugned order and directed the petitioner to file its response by 15th March, 2024.

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