SC held absolute confiscation of Peas And Pulses but re-export allowed subject to recovery of redemption fine

Union of India and Ors. Vs Raj Grow Impex LLP and Ors (Supreme Court of India) Conclusion: The Court ordered the absolute Confiscation of Peas and Pulses but if the importer concerned opted for re-export, within another period of two weeks from today, such a prayer for re- export might be granted by the authorities after recovery of the necessary redemption fine and subject to the importer discharging other statutory obligations. If no such option was exercised within prescribed time, the goods should stand confiscated absolutely. Held: Assessee were essentially aggrieved of the directions iss...