HINDUSTAN LEVER LIMITED vs DIRECTOR GENERAL(INVST.®.)N.DELHI&ANR

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal against a cease and desist order issued by the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission under Section 10(a)(iv) and Section 37 of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act, 1969. The Court held that the Commission's failure to provide the appellant with the necessary documents and complaints violated the principles of natural justice, thereby rendering the inquiry invalid. Consequently, the Court set aside the Commission's order and directed a fresh inquiry ensuring compliance with due process.