Section171
The Assam Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017

Section 171

In force Act 28 of 2017 As on 11 Oct 2026

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Act 28 of 2017

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Section 171 of the Assam Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017. Any reduction in rate of tax on any supply of goods or services or the benefit of input tax credit shall be passed on to the recipient by way of commensurate reduction in prices.

(1) Any reduction in rate of tax on any supply of goods or services or the benefit of input tax credit shall be passed on to the recipient by way of commensurate reduction in prices.

(2) The Central Government may, on recommendations of the Council, by notification, constitute an Authority, or empower an existing Authority constituted under any law for the time being in force, to examine whether input tax credits availed by any registered person or the reduction in the tax rate have actually resulted in a commensurate reduction in the price of the goods or services or both supplied by him. Removal of difficulties.

Section 171, The Assam Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017 (Act 28 of 2017).

Questions about Section 171

How do I find court cases under Section 171 of the Assam Goods and Services Tax Act?

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When was the Assam Goods and Services Tax Act enacted?

Assam Goods and Services Tax Act was enacted in 2017 as Act 28 of 2017. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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