GST on Licensing services for right to use minerals

In re Rachna Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd. (GST AAR Gujarat) (i) What shall be the classification of service provided by the State of Gujarat to applicant in accordance with Notification No. 11/2017-CT (Rate) dated 28.06.2017 read with further amendments made to it? Ans. The activity undertaken by the applicant is classifiable under Heading 9973 (Leasing or rental services, with or without operator), as mentioned in the annexure at Serial No. 257 (Licensing services for the right to use minerals including its exploration and evaluation) sub-heading 997337 of Notification No. 11/2017-CT (Rate) dated...