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Commissioner of Customs And Central Excise Vs P And C Constructions Pvt. Ltd (Supreme Court of India)
Introduction: The Supreme Court of India recently rendered a significant decision in the case of Commissioner of Customs And Central Excise vs P And C Constructions Pvt. Ltd. The dismissal of the Service Tax Appeal was grounded in the principle of low tax effect, aligning with the guidelines outlined in Circular No. 17 of 2019, Dated: 08/08/2019 issued by the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
Detailed Analysis: In the detailed examination of the case, Ms. Nisha Bagchi, the learned senior counsel representing the Revenue, put forth the argument that the appeal must be dismissed due to its low tax effect. This assertion was made in line with the provisions set out in Circular No. 17 of 2019, which provided a framework for determining the viability of pursuing appeals based on the quantum of tax involved.
The Circular, issued by the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, aimed to streamline the handling of appeals by establishing thresholds for filing based on the tax impact. Cases falling below these thresholds were considered to have a low tax effect, leading to a recommendation for their dismissal. In this instance, the Supreme Court adhered to the circular’s guidance and accordingly dismissed the Civil Appeal.
Conclusion: The dismissal of the Service Tax Appeal by the Supreme Court underscores the increasing significance of considerations related to the tax effect in legal proceedings. The alignment with Circular No. 17 of 2019 reflects a broader trend in judicial administration, emphasizing efficiency and resource optimization.
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