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Karnataka HC Quashes GST Demand Notice Post Amalgamation: Legal Proceedings Against Non-Existent Entity Unsustainable

  • Karnataka HC quashed GST demand notice issued to company after amalgamation
  • Amalgamating Company amalgamated with Amalgamated Company after NCLT order
  • GST registration of Amalgamating Company cancelled
  • Writ Petition filed to determine if GST proceedings can be initiated against Amalgamating Company
  • High Court ruled that proceedings cannot continue against non-existent entity
  • Tax authorities can pursue proceedings against appropriate entity
  • Decision aligned with provisions of CGST Act Section 87(2)

Source: elplaw.in

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