Is prior sanction of competent authority mandatory for initiating prosecution?

Is prior sanction of competent authority mandatory for initiating prosecution?
Question 16
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Offences, Penalties, Prosecution and Compounding
Faq On GST (2nd Edition) Dated 31.3.2017
Q 16. Is prior sanction of competent authority mandatory for initiating prosecution?
Ans. Yes. No person shall be prosecuted for any offence without the prior sanction of the designated authority.

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