What are the general disciplines to be followed while imposing penalties

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....s of natural justice and principles governing international trade and agreements. Such general discipline is enshrined in section 68 of the Act. Accordingly- * no penalty is to be imposed without issuance of a show cause notice and proper hearing in the matter, affording an opportunity to the person proceeded against to rebut the allegations levelled against him, * the penalty is to depend on ....