(a) the salient features of the objectives and executive powers of Competitive
Commission of India (CCI);
(b) the average number of cases which come to the notice of CCI on alleged
violations of the Act and abuse of dominance in diverse sectors; and
(c) the action taken/being taken against those who violate and abuse the Act?
THE MINISTER OF STATE (SHRI SACHIN PILOT)(INDEPENDENT CHARGE) IN THE MINISTRY OF
CORPORATE AFFAIRS
(a) The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has been set up under the provisions of
the Competition Act, 2002 to prevent practices having adverse effect on competition; to
promote and sustain competition in markets; to protect the interests of consumers; and to
ensure freedom of trade carried on by other participants in markets, in India. CCI
enquires into information/ complaints alleging appreciable adverse effect on competition
and abuse of dominant position in specific agreements. Further, proposals of Mergers
and Acquisitions of enterprises above specified thresholds require to be notified to the
Commission for obtaining its approval.
(b) & (c) The Commission has taken up 338 cases till date, out of which 254 cases have
been disposed of. Cease and desist orders’ have been passed in 28 cases and in 19 cases,
total penalties of Rs. 8013.08 crore have been imposed along with cease and desist orders.