Trust Registration and Tax Exemptions in India: rejection of registration u/s 12AB for want of supporting evidences

Trust registration under Section 12AB requires evidential compliance; procedural default may prompt re-adjudication and compliance opportunity.

Rejection of registration under Section 12AB arose from insufficient documentary evidence of charitable activity and statutory compliance, and the assessee's non-appearance at the hearing. Emphasising natural justice and the welfare character of exemption provisions, the appellate direction remitted the matter for fresh adjudication to permit the assessee an opportunity to cure evidentiary deficiencies and establish entitlement to tax-related recognition.