(ii) Govt. of India v. Citedal Fine Pharmaceuticals
3 SCC 483Reported decision1989#910 most cited
What is (ii) Govt. of India v. Citedal Fine Pharmaceuticals authority for?
The absence of a specific limitation period for recovery of duty or tax does not, by itself, render a rule arbitrary or unconstitutional under Article 14, provided authorities act with expedition and adhere to principles of natural justice.
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Also referred to as
Govt. of India v. Citedal Fine Pharmaceuticals · 3 SCC 483 · Section 144C · Section 153 · absence of limitation for recovery · Article 14 · arbitrary recovery · natural justice · expedition · reasonable haste