Dewanchand Builders and Contractors v. Union of India
1 SCC 101Reported decision2012#1386 most cited
What is Dewanchand Builders and Contractors v. Union of India authority for?
The true test to determine the character of a levy is the primary object and essential purpose intended to be achieved by it.
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Dewanchand Builders and Contractors v. Union of India · 1 SCC 101 · nature of levy · object of levy · purpose of levy · character of levy