Court cannot issue writ of mandamus to GST Council for inclusion of petroleum product under GST regime

P. K. Joseph Vs Union of India (Kerala High Court) Kerala High Court held that court cannot issue a writ of mandamus to command GST Council to fix a date for inclusion of petroleum products under GST regime. Accordingly, writ petitions are dismissed. Facts- These Public Interest Litigations are filed by the petitioners substantially seeking the relief of including the petrol and diesel under the GST regime so as to achieve a harmonized national market as contemplated under Article 279 (A) of the Constitution of India. Conclusion- Held that fixing a date is a prerogative of GST Council. This Co...