Regulatory Framework · India
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CCI Filings
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Competition Investigations
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Competition Amendment Act
Understanding the Regulatory Framework
India's Competition Commission of India (CCI) has matured into a serious enforcement authority — imposing significant penalties in digital markets, pharmaceuticals, cement, and financial services. The Competition (Amendment) Act 2023 has introduced deal value thresholds, enhanced leniency provisions, and settlement mechanisms that materially change competition risk management. Corpus Juris Legal advises clients on the full spectrum of competition matters: pre-merger notifications, compliance programmes, and defence in CCI investigations.
CCI merger control filing — Form I (short form) and Form II (long form)
Anti-competitive agreement advice — horizontal and vertical restraints
Abuse of dominance assessment for market-leading businesses
CCI investigation defence — DG investigation stage through Commission
Competition compliance programme design and training
Cartel defence and leniency applications
Frequently Asked Questions
When is a CCI merger filing mandatory in India?+
A filing is mandatory when combined assets exceed ₹2,000 crore in India (or ₹6,000 crore globally), or combined turnover exceeds ₹6,000 crore in India (or ₹18,000 crore globally). The Competition Amendment Act 2023 added a ₹2,000 crore deal value threshold for digital sector transactions.
What is the CCI investigation process for anti-competitive conduct?+
A CCI investigation begins with a complaint or suo motu action. If the Commission finds a prima facie case, it orders the Director General to investigate. The DG submits a report; parties respond; the Commission holds hearings; and if a violation is found, it imposes penalties up to 10% of average turnover for three years.
What constitutes abuse of dominance under the Competition Act 2002?+
A dominant enterprise commits abuse if it imposes unfair prices or conditions, limits production, creates barriers to entry, denies market access to competitors, or engages in predatory pricing. Dominance itself is not prohibited; the abuse of that position is.
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