Order Relies on Statements Without Cross-Examination, Raising Concerns u/s 138B(1) About Fairness and Natural Justice.

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....Principles of natural justice - The order-in-original relies upon statements as evidence. The order does not record a finding that, any of the conditions specified u/s 138B(1) stands satisfied thereby making such statements relevant without cross-examination of such witness by the petitioner.....