Nathu Ram Premchand v. CIT

49 ITR 561High Court1963#1586 most cited

What is Nathu Ram Premchand v. CIT authority for?

An assessment is rendered void if the assessee is denied the opportunity to cross-examine a third party whose adverse evidence is used against them. The Assessing Officer possesses powers akin to a civil court for summoning witnesses and enforcing their appearance.

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Also referred to as

Nathu Ram Premchand v. CIT · Section 131 · cross-examination · natural justice · assessment void · adverse evidence · Assessing Officer powers · summon witness · Civil Procedure Code powers

Issues it is cited on

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