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Customs Cannot Detain Personal Jewellery just because it is 24K Gold: Delhi HC orders Return of ₹6L...
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The Delhi High Court has ruled that Customs cannot detain personal jewellery just because it is 24K gold, ordering the return of ₹6 lakh worth of gold bangles to an Umrah returnee. This significant decision clarifies the limits of Customs authority regarding personal belongings. The court emphasized that merely the purity of gold (24K) is not sufficient grounds for detention if the jewellery is clearly for personal use and within reasonable limits for a returning passenger. This protects individuals from arbitrary seizure of their personal assets.
