2020 (2) TMI 1361 - SC - Customs

Validity of Direction No. (iv) in Paragraph 47 of the impugned judgment - HELD THAT - The objectionable material has been sent back to the original exporter in the United States. Thus any alleged illegality in relation to the Customs Act 1962 is not survived. The appellant appears to have shown their bona fides by ensuring the return of the offensive material. Petition disposed off.

Summary

The Supreme Court of India ruled that objectionable material sent back to the original exporter, resolving any alleged illegality under the Customs Act. Direction No. (iv) in the impugned judgment was set aside, and O.S. No. 7 of 2007 pending before the District Court, Tuticorin, should be disposed of expeditiously. The appeals were disposed of accordingly.