STATE OF PUNJAB vs SURINDER KUMAR

The Supreme Court addressed appeals arising from the Punjab and Haryana High Court's decision regarding the cancellation of liquor licenses under the Punjab Excise Act, 1914. The Court held that the High Court erred in not addressing the allegations of mala fides against the Minister for Excise and Taxation and remitted the matter for fresh consideration. The Court emphasized the necessity of examining the mala fides claim before determining the legality of the license cancellation, thereby ensuring due process under the Act.