Tribunal Clarifies CBIC Circulars' Impact on Revenue Appeals, Emphasizes Justice Over Procedural Strictness.

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....Monetary Limit in filing Revenue Appeal - threshold limit for filing appeals as per Central Board of Indirect Customs (CBIC) circulars - Instruction are binding effect Or not - The Tribunal examined the validity of this monetary limit and its applicability in the case, alongside interpreting relevant provisions of the Customs Act, 1962. - It found that while departmental officers are bound by CBIC instructions, courts, including the Tribunal, prioritize the interest of justice. The Tribunal held that the Commissioner (Appeals) had erred in not remanding the matter back to the proper officer for fresh decision/order as required by law. Additionally, it emphasized that circulars cannot override statutory provisions or judicial decisions and that the impugned instruction should not prejudice the department's rights. - The matter listed for final hearing on a specified date.....