Ambica Quarry Works v. State of Gujarat

4 SCC 363Supreme Court of India1992#916 most cited

What is Ambica Quarry Works v. State of Gujarat authority for?

Condonation of delay is an exception to the rules of limitation, which aim for prompt action and do not intend to destroy rights. A liberal or justice-oriented approach cannot justify condoning unexplained or unjustifiable delay, nor should it be seen as an anticipated benefit, especially for government departments.

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Also referred to as

Ambica Quarry Works · 4 SCC 363 · condonation of delay · Section 5 Limitation Act · Income-tax Act Section 249 · delay in filing appeal · appeal before CIT(A) · unjustifiable delay · liberal approach to delay · rules of limitation · prompt remedy

Issues it is cited on

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