Order passed ex-parte in nature is bad in law

CICO Patel JV Vs Union of India (Patna High Court) Patna High Court held that the order, ex parte in nature, passed in violation of the principles of natural justice, is liable to be quashed and set aside. Facts- This petition has been filed for quashing of order dated 09.0 1.2021 passed by the Respondent No. 3 namely the Joint Commissioner of State Taxes, North Circle, Patna GSTIN No. 10AABAC7054L1ZZ as also notice of demand dated 09.01.2021. Order passed is ex parte in nature. Conclusion- We are of the considered view that this Court, notwithstanding the statutory remedy, is not precluded fr...