GST appellate tribunal will reduce pendency of cases, enable faster resolution, enhance ease of doing business

Lawyers have lauded the Goods and Service Tax (GST) Council’s approval for the formation of GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) on February 18, opining that the tribunal will enhance the ease of doing business in the country. Since the tribunal will have a bench in every state, lawyers note that it will ensure lower pendency and faster disposal of cases, while highlighting that tribunals will clarify t…