Flipkart & Amazon CCI Orders Probe

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COMPETITION COMMISSION OF INDIA

OBJECTIVES

It is the duty of the Commission-
To eliminate practices having adverse effect on competition.
Promote and sustain competition. Protect the interests of consumers.
Ensure freedom of trade in the markets of India.

CONTEXT

A complaint was filed by Delhi Vyapar Mahasangh.
It is a group representing small- and medium- sized businesses.
Also many traders dealing in smartphones.

They alleged that several of Amazon and Flipkart’s,
Preferred sellers were affiliated with or controlled by the companies themselves, either directly or indirectly.

Prima facie appears to be exclusive partnership-
Between smartphone manufacturers and ecommerce platforms
For exclusive launch of smartphone brands

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