Was Returning From Mecca': Delhi High Court Orders Customs To Release Woman's Gold Jewellery, Says 24 Kt Purity Not Grounds For Seizure

The Delhi High Court has ordered Customs to release a woman's gold jewellery, stating "24-carat purity is not a ground for seizure," as she was returning from Mecca. This significant ruling provides relief to individuals travelling internationally with gold. Customs authorities sometimes seize gold based on purity or quantity. The court clarified that the high purity of 24-carat gold alone cannot be a basis for seizure, especially when the individual is returning from religious pilgrimages where such gold is common. The decision emphasizes fair treatment and adherence to proper customs regulations.