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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- Union of India v.
- Mohit Minerals (2022) is the Supreme Court judgment holding that GST Council recommendations are not binding on the Union and States and striking down IGST on ocean freight.
- What did the Supreme Court hold about GST Council recommendations in Mohit Minerals?
- Why was the IGST levy on ocean freight struck down?
- Which constitutional provisions are central to the Mohit Minerals judgment?

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