The case involves the rejection of appeals without deciding on merits due to self-assessment...

The case involves the rejection of appeals without deciding on merits due to self-assessment discrepancies u/s 17(5) of the Customs Act, 1962. The appellant's claim under specific notifications was rejected, leading to duty payment under protest and appeal to the Commissioner(Appeals). The tribunal held that the appeals should have been decided on merits rather than rejected based on the assessment acceptance. Citing a Supreme Court ruling, it emphasized both parties' right to appeal an assessment order. The tribunal set aside the order, remanding the case for a merit-based decision by the Commissioner(Appeals) within three months. The appeal was allowed by way of remand. .....

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