Reasoned GST registration cancellation and effective hearing are mandatory; unreasoned cancellation orders require fresh adjudication.

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....Cancellation of GST registration requires reasons demonstrating application of mind and an effective opportunity to respond to the show-cause notice. The High Court stated that an unreasoned cancellation order fails the test under Article 14. As the taxpayer had not effectively responded, it was permitted to submit a reply, which must be considered after a hearing. The cancellation order and appellate order were quashed, and the matter was remitted for fresh adjudication.....