26/08/2026
GST on Corporate Guarantees — “Whichever is Higher” in Rule 28(2) Read Down as Unconstitutional; Levy Upheld but Retrospective Application Barred
✅ Corporate guarantees = taxable supply under GST — levy upheld
❌ “Whichever is higher” in Rule 28(2) — struck down as arbitrary under Art. 14 & 19(1)(g)
💰 Pay GST on ACTUAL consideration — not forced to pay 1% if actual is lower
🚫 No retrospective levy before 26.10.2023
🔓 Sec 74 orders quashed — interpretational disputes ≠ wilful suppression
📢 CBIC Circulars set aside to extent contrary | Excess GST to be refunded
A landmark verdict balancing GST revenue interests with taxpayer rights! 🏛️
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