Chartered Accountants Association Vs Union of India (Gujarat High Court)
The petitioner-Association contended that the respondent-Department failed to comply with the directions issued by the Court in its order dated 29.09.2015, which required that forms and utilities for e-filing of income tax returns be made available ordinarily from 1st April of the relevant assessment year. It was submitted that even after 11 years, the Department has not adhered to these directions. The learned Senior Standing Counsel also informed the Court that several other orders passed by the Court remain unimplemented. The petition raises serious concerns regarding the functioning of the Department, including difficulties caused by non-compliance with judicial directions and inadequate technical monitoring of the e-filing portal. In response, the Court directed the respondents to file an affidavit before the next hearing, outlining measures to address the issues raised in the petition. The Court further indicated that failure to comply would result in a serious view being taken. Additionally, the Registry was directed to delete the name of a counsel who was not appearing for the respondents. The matter was listed for further hearing.
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FULL TEXT OF THE JUDGMENT/ORDER OF GUJARAT HIGH COURT
