Supreme Court of India · 2021-03-05
UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION vs BIBHU PRASAD SARANGI
- Citation / case number
- SC 2020/9660
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
- Respondent
- BIBHU PRASAD SARANGI
- Author
- HON'BLE THE CHIEF JUSTICE
- Bench
- HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE M.R. SHAH HON'BLE THE CHIEF JUSTICE
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of the validity of certain provisions under the Income Tax Act concerning the taxation of foreign entities. The court emphasized the need for clarity in tax laws to avoid ambiguity and ensure fair taxation practices. Ultimately, the court ruled in favor of the taxpayer, stating that the provisions in question were unconstitutional as they violated the principles of natural justice and fair play.