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What is the minimum rank of the proper officer authorised to exercise the relevant inspection or search authorisation power under Section 67 of the CGST Act?

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What is the minimum rank of the proper officer authorised to exercise the relevant inspection or search authorisation power under Section 67 of the CGST Act?
  1. Deputy Commissioner

  2. Inspector

  3. Superintendent

  4. Joint Commissioner

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D - Joint Commissioner

Section 67 of the CGST Act lets a proper officer not below the rank of Joint Commissioner authorise inspection, search and seizure in writing. Superintendents and Deputy Commissioners may carry out an authorised search but cannot authorise it themselves.

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