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07/06/23 07:21 AM IST

E-commerce policy

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  • The national e-commerce policy will seek to create a conducive environment for the overall development of the sector and boost exports.
About the policy
  • The national e-commerce policy aims to establish a regulatory framework that facilitates ease of doing business in the sector.
  • By 2030, India's e-commerce export potential is estimated to range between 200 billion USD to 300 billion USD annually.
  • With global cross-border e-commerce exports projected to reach 2 trillion USD by 2025, India aims to capitalize on this growth opportunity.
  • Local traders' associations have been advocating for an empowered regulatory body to enforce e-commerce rules and curb violations.
  • While 100% foreign direct investment (FDI) is allowed in the marketplace model, FDI is not permitted in the inventory-based model.
  • Traders have expressed concerns regarding the violation of e-commerce rules, such as deep discounts and preferences given to select sellers.
  • The policy intends to clarify these issues and provide greater transparency in the rules governing FDI in e-commerce.
Significance
  • The e-commerce policy will serve as an overarching framework for the sector, ensuring coherence among various governing acts.
  • The sector is governed by the FDI policy, the Consumer Protection Act, of 2019, the Information Technology Act of 2000, and the Competition Act, of 2002.
  • The policy aims to streamline these regulations and create a conducive environment for the growth of the e-commerce industry.
Source- Financial Express

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