Customs Broker association membership becomes mandatory in the operating jurisdiction, with exclusive membership and limited compliance-time relaxatio...
Order of cancellation of registration passed by Assessing Officer upheld by dismissing appeal on limitation ground challenged for not providing opportunity of hearing and without assigning reasons for cancellation, violating principles of natural justice. Court quashed orders and remanded matter to Assessing Officer at show cause notice stage, directing registration to remain suspended till disposal, citing guidelines to avoid procedural lapses leading to writ petitions before High Court. Court emphasized authorities should follow procedure scrupulously to avoid unnecessary litigation.
Order of cancellation of registration passed by Assessing Officer upheld by dismissing appeal on limitation ground challenged for not providing opportunity of hearing and without assigning reasons for cancellation, violating principles of natural justice. Court quashed orders and remanded matter to Assessing Officer at show cause notice stage, directing registration to remain suspended till disposal, citing guidelines to avoid procedural lapses leading to writ petitions before High Court. Court emphasized authorities should follow procedure scrupulously to avoid unnecessary litigation.
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