31. In Suraj Mall Mohta and Co. v. A. V. Visvanatha Sastri
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What is 31. In Suraj Mall Mohta and Co. v. A. V. Visvanatha Sastri authority for?
Assessment proceedings before the Income-tax Officer are judicial proceedings. The assessee has a right to inspect the record and all relevant documents before being called upon to lead evidence in rebuttal.
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Suraj Mall Mohta · assessment proceedings · judicial proceedings · right to inspect record · natural justice · fair hearing · Income Tax Act · rebuttal evidence