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Sushil Jaiswal Vs Union of India (Calcutta High Court)
In the case of Sushil Jaiswal Vs Union of India, the Calcutta High Court addressed an impugned order under Section 148A(d) of the Income Tax Act, 1961 for the assessment year 2019-20. The petitioner challenged the order on the grounds of violating principles of natural justice by denying personal hearing despite specific requests made in objections to the notice under Section 148A(b) of the Act.
The High Court observed that the respondent assessing officer neither rejected nor provided any reason for denying the petitioner’s request for a personal hearing. Without delving into the merits of the impugned order, the Court set it aside and remanded the matter back to the Assessing Officer. The officer was directed to pass a fresh order under Section 148A(d) of the Act, granting the petitioner a personal hearing, and considering the objections filed within eight weeks from the date of communication of the Court’s order.
The ruling in Sushil Jaiswal Vs Union of India showcases the importance of adhering to principles of natural justice in administrative proceedings. The Calcutta High Court’s decision to set aside the order under Section 148A(d) emphasizes the significance of providing an opportunity for personal hearing when requested by a petitioner. The direction to pass a fresh order with due consideration of the petitioner’s objections ensures a fair and just assessment process.
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