Mr. Kamal was levied Sales Tax on his forward transactions in bullion, which he paid. The levy of this tax was declared ultra vires. Mr. Kamal demanded refund on the amount of Sales Tax on the ground that payment was under a mistake of law. Which of the following is correct?

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