Oral Hearings Deemed Essential in Tax Assessment for Fair Case Presentation and Just Conclusions by Assessing Officers.

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....Validity of o Ex parte scrutiny assessment order u/s 143(3) r.w.s. 144B - The court highlighted the importance of oral hearing in assessment proceedings, stating that it is essential for an effective discussion and a reasoned conclusion by the Assessing Officer. It was emphasized that assessment orders should be passed after giving the assessee an opportunity to present their case, and oral hearing remains a near-mandatory requirement to ensure a just and proper order.....