Ex-parte service tax decision challenged for violating natural justice; reassessment ordered under Article 226 jurisdiction.

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....Principles of natural justice - matter was adjudicated ex-parte - It is settled law that when an order is passed in violation of the principles of natural justice the availability of an alternative remedy is not a bar for exercise of the jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution of India - the respondent shall adjudicate Ext.P7 show cause notice afresh within a period of one month from the date of receipt of a certified copy of this judgment. - HC....