Important Judgment
Abhishek Raja "Ram"
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Important Judgment
Purchasing Dealer cannot be denied ITC benefit for non-payment of Tax by the Supplier. Proceedings under section 74 cannot be initiated against the purchaser for availing the benefit of ITC in a fraudulent manner as the Fraud is committed by the Seller not the Purchaser.
Summary of the case:
?? Important Update from Uttarakhand High Court
In a recent judgment, the court has made a significant decision regarding the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and its implications on businesses.
The appellant, a retail and wholesale business dealing in iron scrap and waste, had purchased goods with proper invoices and made payments through banking channels along with applicable GST. Despite the suppliers failing to file their returns, the court held that proceedings under section 74 of the Goods and Service Tax, 2017, cannot be initiated against the appellant for availing the benefit of ITC in a fraudulent manner.
The court further noted that if the suppliers have committed a default, the purchasing dealer should not bear the consequences of denying the ITC.
In light of these considerations, the court modified the order dated 07.03.2024, stating that since the appellant has produced all the invoices from the suppliers, the appellant will deposit only 10% of the amount being demanded by the respondents.
This judgment serves as a reminder of the importance of proper invoicing and GST compliance in business transactions. It also highlights the need for suppliers to fulfill their obligations, such as filing returns, to prevent undue burden on the purchasing dealer.
Title: Subhash Singh vs Deputy Commissioner, State GST
Court: Uttarakhand High Court
Citation: SPECIAL APPEAL NO.100 OF 2024
Dated: 03-May-2024
Advocate | Tax & Commercial Laws
10 个月Thanks for mentioning the same, Sir. Yours truly had the opportunity to assist the Hon'ble Court in the said matter.
MANAGING DIRECTOR at JAGJAN PRIVATE LIMITED, AJMER
10 个月judgement is good but problem with tax officers is that Rajasthan tax officer does not recognise judgement of other state high courts( eaxample) . secondly on similar issue different state ARRs give 180 degree apart rulings. desired releif will be if GST council rises from eternal slumber.