Denying Property Tax Exemption to Unaided Schools Not Violative of Art. 14 of Indian Constitution: Kerala HC

The Kerala High Court has ruled that denying property tax exemption to unaided schools is not a violation of Article 14 of the Indian Constitution. The court's decision provides a significant victory for the government. The ruling clarifies that a government body can impose a tax on a property if it is for a valid reason. The court’s decision is a crucial reminder to all that they must be diligent in their dealings. The court also held that a tax authority cannot impose a tax on a person who is not a resident of the state.