The Competition Act 2002

In the bustling Indian marketplace, where businesses vie for attention and customers, a set of rules ensures a level playing field for all. Enter The Competition Act, 2002, India’s guardian of fair competition and consumer welfare. A Game Changer for a Growing Economy: Before 2002, the archaic Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act (MRTP Act) struggled to keep pace with India’s rapid economic growth. The Competition Act ushered in a new era, addressing modern anti-competitive practices like cartels, predatory pricing, and market dominance. Key Pillars of the Act: Prohibition of anti-competitive agreements: Bid rigging, price fixing, and market allocation agreements are strictly prohibited, safeguarding consumers from unfair pricing and restricted choices. Curbing abuse of dominant position: Businesses with significant market power cannot leverage their dominance to squeeze out smaller players or dictate unfair terms to consumers. Regulation of mergers and acquisitions: Mergers exceeding a certain threshold must be notified to the Competition Commission of India (CCI), which scrutinizes them for potential harm to competition. Protecting consumer interests: The Act empowers consumers to file complaints against unfair trade practices and seek compensation for losses incurred. Real-World Impact: The Competition Act has not just been gathering dust in legal books. Several landmark cases illustrate its effectiveness: Cement Cartel Case: The CCI imposed hefty fines on cement manufacturers for indulging in price fixing, leading to lower cement prices for consumers. Airlines Cartel Case: Collusion among airlines on passenger fares was unearthed and penalized, promoting competition and potentially cheaper air travel. Google Case: The CCI’s ongoing investigation into Google’s alleged anti-competitive practices in the mobile app market sends a strong message to tech giants. Beyond the Headlines: The Competition Act’s impact extends beyond high-profile cases. It encourages fair play throughout the market, fostering innovation, efficiency, and ultimately, a better deal for Indian consumers. The Road Ahead: As India’s economy continues to evolve, the Competition Act must adapt to meet new challenges. Strengthening enforcement mechanisms, tackling digital market concerns, and fostering a culture of competition remain key priorities. Remember: The Competition Act, 2002, is not just a legal document; it’s a vital force shaping a fair and dynamic Indian market. As businesses and consumers alike navigate the intricacies of this evolving landscape, understanding the Act’s principles empowers everyone to play their part in building a competitive and thriving economy. By understanding and actively participating in the spirit of The Competition Act, 2002, we can all contribute to a prosperous and vibrant India. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. For specific legal guidance, please consult a qualified professional. Provisions of the Competition Act, 2002 Sections of the Competition Act 2002 Description     SECTION 1 of the competition act 2002 Short title, extent and commencement SECTION 2 of the competition act 2002 Definitions SECTION 3 of the competition act 2002 Anti-competitive agreements SECTION 4 of the competition act 2002 Abuse of dominant position SECTION 5 of the competition act 2002 Combination SECTION 6 of the competition act 2002 Regulation of combinations SECTION 7 of the competition act 2002 Establishment of Commission SECTION 8 of the competition act 2002 Composition of Commission SECTION 9 of the competition act 2002 Selection Committee for Chairperson and Members of Commission SECTION 10 of the competition act 2002 Term of office of Chairperson and other Members SECTION 11 of the competition act 2002 Resignation, removal and suspension of Chairperson and other Members. SECTION 12 of the competition act 2002 Restriction on employment of Chairperson and other Members in certain cases. SECTION 13 of the competition act 2002 Administrative powers of Chairperson. SECTION 14 of the competition act 2002 Salary and allowances and other terms and conditions of service of Chairperson and other Members. SECTION 15 of the competition act 2002 Vacancy, etc., not to invalidate proceedings of Commission SECTION 16 of the competition act 2002 Appointment of Director General, etc SECTION 17 of the competition act 2002 Appointment of Secretary, experts, professionals and officers and other employees of Commission. SECTION 18 of the competition act 2002 Duties of Commission SECTION 19 of the competition act 2002 Inquiry into certain agreements and dominant position of enterprise SECTION 20 of the competition act 2002  Inquiry into combination by Commission SECTION 21 of the competition act 2002 Reference by statutory authority SECTION 21A of the competition act 2002 Reference by Commission SECTION 22 of the competition act 2002 Meetings of Commission SECTION 23 of the competition act 2002 [Distribution of business of Commission amongst Benches.] SECTION 24 of the competition act 2002 [Procedure for deciding a case where Members of a Bench differ.] SECTION 25 of the competition act 2002 [Jurisdiction of Bench.] SECTION 26 of the competition act 2002 Procedure for inquiry under section 19 SECTION 27 of the competition act 2002 Orders by Commission after inquiry into agreements or abuse of dominant position SECTION 28 of the competition act 2002  Division of enterprise enjoying dominant position SECTION 29 of the competition act 2002 Procedure for investigation of combinations SECTION 30 of the competition act 2002 Inquiry into disclosures under sub-section (2) of section 6. SECTION 31 of the competition act 2002 Orders of Commission on certain combinations SECTION 32 of the competition act 2002 Acts taking place outside India but having an effect on competition in India SECTION 33 of the competition act 2002 Power to issue interim orders SECTION 34 of the competition act 2002 [Power to award compensation.] SECTION 35 of the competition act 2002 Appearance before Commission SECTION 36 of the competition act 2002 Power of Commission to regulate its own procedure. SECTION 37 of the competition act 2002 [Review of orders of Commission.] SECTION 38 of the competition act 2002 Rectification of orders SECTION 39 of the competition act 2002 Execution of orders of Commission imposing monetary penalty SECTION 40 of the competition act 2002 [Appeal.] SECTION 41 of the competition act 2002 Director General to investigate contraventions SECTION 42 of the competition act 2002 Contravention of orders of Commission SECTION 42A of the competition act 2002 Compensation in case of contravention of orders of Commission SECTION 43 of the competition act 2002 Penalty for failure to comply with directions of Commission and Director General SECTION 43A of the competition act 2002 Power to impose penalty for non-furnishing of information on combinations SECTION 44 of the competition act 2002 Penalty for making false statement or omission

Repeal and saving [(1) The Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act, 1969 (54 of 1969) is hereby repealed and the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission established under sub-section (1) of section 5 of the said Act (hereafter referred to as the repealed Act) shall stand dissolved. 2* * * * * (1A) The repeal of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act, 1969 (54 of 1969) shall, however, not affect,— (a) the previous operation of the Act so repealed or anything duly done or suffered thereunder; or (b) any right, privilege, obligation or liability acquired, accrued or incurred under the Act so repealed; or (c) any penalty, confiscation or punishment incurred in respect of any contravention under the Act so repealed; or (d) any proceeding or remedy in respect of any such right, privilege, obligation, liability, penalty, confiscation or punishment as aforesaid, and any such proceeding or remedy may be instituted, continued or enforced, and any such penalty, confiscation or punishment may be imposed or made as if that Act had not been repealed.] (2) On the dissolution of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission, the person appointed as the Chairman of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission and every other person appointed as Member and Director General of Investigation and Registration, Additional, Joint, Deputy, or Assistant Directors General of Investigation and Registration and any officer and other employee of that Commission and holding office as such immediately before such dissolution shall vacate their respective offices and such Chairman and other Members shall be entitled to claim compensation not exceeding three months’ pay and allowances for the premature termination of term of their office or of any contract of service: Provided that the Director General of Investigation and Registration, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General of Investigation and Registration or any officer or other employee who has been, immediately before the dissolution of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission appointed on deputation basis to the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission, shall, on such dissolution, stand reverted to his parent cadre, Ministry or Department, as the case may be: 3[Provided further that the Director General of Investigation and Registration, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General of Investigation and Registration or any officer or other employee who has been, immediately before the dissolution of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission employed on regular basis by the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission, shall become, on and from such dissolution, the officer and employee, respectively, of the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, in such manner as may be specified by the Central Government, with the same rights and privileges as to pension, gratuity and other like matters as would have been admissible to him if the rights in relation to such Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission had not been transferred to, and vested in, the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be, and shall continue to do so unless and until his employment in the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be, is duly terminated or until his remuneration, terms and conditions of employment are duly altered by the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be:] Provided also that notwithstanding anything contained in the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947 (14 of 1947), or in any other law for the time being in force, the transfer of the services of any Director General of Investigation and Registration, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General of Investigation and Registration or any officer or other employee, employed in the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission, to 4[the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be,] shall not entitle such Director General of Investigation and Registration, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General of Investigation and Registration or any officer or other employee any compensation under this Act or any other law for the time being in force and no such claim shall be entertained by any court, tribunal or other authority: Provided also that where the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission has established a provident fund, superannuation, welfare or other fund for the benefit of the Director General of Investigation and Registration, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General of Investigation and Registration or the officers and other employees employed in the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission, the monies relatable to the officers and other employees whose services have been transferred by or under this Act to 5[the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be, shall, out of the monies standing], on the dissolution of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission to the credit of such provident fund, superannuation, welfare or other fund, stand transferred to, and vest in, 6[the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be, and such monies which stand so transferred shall be dealt with by the said Commission or the Tribunal, as the case may be, in such manner as may be prescribed]. 7[(3) All cases pertaining to monopolistic trade practices or restrictive trade practices pending (including such cases, in which any unfair trade practice has also been alleged), before the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission shall, 8[on the commencement of the Competition Amendment Act, 2009 (39 of 2009)] stand transferred to the Appellate Tribunal and shall be adjudicated by the Appellate Tribunal in accordance with the provisions of the repealed Act as if that Act had not been repealed.] 9[Explanation.—For the removal of doubts, it is hereby declared that all cases referred to in this sub-section, sub-section (4) and sub-section (5) shall be deemed to include all applications made for the losses or damages under section 12B of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act,1969 (54 of 1969) as it stood before its repeal.] (4) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (3), all cases pertaining to unfair trade practices other than those referred to in clause (x) of sub-section (1) of section 36A of the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Act, 1969 (54 of 1969) and pending before the Monopolies and Restrictive Trade Practices Commission 10[immediately before the commencement of the Competition (Amendment) Act, 2009 (39 of 2009), shall, on such commencement], stand transferred to the National Commission constituted under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 (68 of 1986) and the National Commission shall dispose of such cases as if they were cases filed under that Act: Provided that the National Commission may, if it considers appropriate, transfer any case transferred to it under this sub-section, to the concerned State Commission established under section 9 of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 (68 of 1986) and

Power to remove difficulties. (1) If any difficulty arises in giving effect to the provisions of this Act, the Central Government may, by order published in the Official Gazette, make such provisions, not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act as may appear to it to be necessary for removing the difficulty: Provided that no such order shall be made under this section after the expiry of a period of two years from the commencement of this Act. (2) Every order made under this section shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before each House of Parliament. Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA

Power to make regulations (1) The Commission may, by notification, make regulations consistent with this Act and the rules made thereunder to carry out the purposes of this Act. (2) In particular, and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing provisions, such regulations may provide for all or any of the following matters, namely:— (a) the cost of production to be determined under clause (b) of the Explanation to section 4; (b) the form of notice as may be specified and the fee which may be determined under sub-section (2) of section 6; (c) the form in which details of the acquisition shall be filed under sub-section (5) of section 6; 1[(d) the procedures to be followed for engaging the experts and professionals under sub-section (3) of section 17; (e) the fee which may be determined under clause (a) of sub-section (1) of section 19; (f) the rules of procedure in regard to the transaction of business at the meetings of the Commission under sub-section (1) of section 22; (g) the manner in which penalty shall be recovered under sub-section (1) of section 39; (h) any other matter in respect of which provision is to be, or may be, made by regulations.] (3) Every regulation made under this Act shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before each House of Parliament, while it is in session, for a total period of thirty days which may be comprised in one session or in two or more successive sessions, and if, before the expiry of the session immediately following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid, both Houses agree in making any modification in the regulation, or both Houses agree that the regulation should not be made, the regulation shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect, as the case may be; so, however, that any such modification or annulment shall be without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under that regulation.   Amendment 1. Subs. by s. 49, ibid., for clauses (d) and (e) (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA

Power to make rules (1) The Central Government may, by notification, make rules to carry out the provisions of this Act. (2) In particular, and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing power, such rules may provide for all or any of the following matters, namely:— 1[(a) the term of the Selection Committee and the manner of selection of panel of names under sub-section (2) of section 9;] (b) the form and manner in which and the authority before whom the oath of office and of secrecy shall be made and subscribed to under sub-section (3) of section 10; 2* * * * * (d) the salary and the other terms and conditions of service including travelling expenses, house rent allowance and conveyance facilities, sumptuary allowance and medical facilities to be provided to the Chairperson and other Members under sub-section (1) of section 14; 3[(da) the number of Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General or such officers or other employees in the office of Director General and the manner in which such Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General or such officers or other employees may be appointed under sub- section (1A) of section 16; ] (e) the salary, allowances and other terms and conditions of service of the Director General, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General or 4[such officers or other employees] under sub-section (3) of section16; (f) the qualifications for appointment of the Director General, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General or 4[such officers or other employees] under sub-section (4) of section 16; (g) the salaries and allowances and other terms and conditions of service of the 5[Secretary] and officers and other employees payable, and the number of such officers and employees under sub-section (2) of section17; 6* * * * * (k) the form in which the annual statement of accounts shall be prepared under sub-section (1) of section 52; (l) the time within which and the form and manner in which the Commission may furnish returns, statements and such particulars as the Central Government may require under sub-section (1) of section 53; (m) the form in which and the time within which the annual report shall be prepared under sub-section (2) of section 53; 7[(ma) the form in which an appeal may be filed before the Appellate Tribunal under sub-section (2) of section 53B and the fees payable in respect of such appeal; 8* * * * * (me) the fee which shall be accompanied with every application made under sub-section (2) of section 53N; (mf) the other matters under clause (i) of sub-section (2) of section 53-O in respect of which the Appellate Tribunal shall have powers under the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 (5 of 1908) while trying a suit;] 9[(n) the manner in which the monies transferred to the Competition Commission of India or the Appellate Tribunal shall be dealt with by the Commission or the Appellate Tribunal, as the case may be, under the fourth proviso to sub-section (2) of section 66;] (o) any other matter which is to be, or may be, prescribed, or in respect of which provision is to be, or may be, made by rules. (3) Every notification issued under sub-section (3) of section 20 and section 54 and every rule made under this Act by the Central Government shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before each House of Parliament, while it is in session, for a total period of thirty days which may be comprised in one session, or in two or more successive sessions, and if, before the expiry of the session immediately following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid, both Houses agree in making any modification in the notification or rule, or both Houses agree that the notification should not be issued or rule should not be made, the notification or rule shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect, as the case may be; so, however, that any such modification or annulment shall be without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under that notification or rule, as the case may be.   Amendment 1. Subs. by s. 48, ibid., for clause (a) (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 2. Cl. (c) omitted by s. 48, ibid. (w.e.f. 12-10-2007) 3. Ins. by s. 48, ibid. (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 4. Subs. by s. 48, ibid., for “such other advisers, consultants or officers” (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 5. Subs. by s. 48, ibid., for “Registrar” (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 6. Cls. (h), (i) and (j) omitted by s. 48, ibid. (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 7. Ins. by Act 39 of 2007, s. 48 (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 8. Clauses (mb), (mc) and (md) omitted by Act 7 of 2017, s. 171 (w.e.f. 26-5-2017). 9. Subs. by Act 39 of 2007, s. 48, for clause (n) (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). 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Application of other laws not barred. The provisions of this Act shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of, the provisions of any other law for the time being in force. Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA

Exclusion of jurisdiction of civil courts No civil court shall have jurisdiction to entertain any suit or proceeding in respect of any matter which the 1[Commission or the Appellate Tribunal] is empowered by or under this Act to determine and no injunction shall be granted by any court or other authority in respect of any action taken or to be taken in pursuance of any power conferred by or under this Act.   Amendment 1. Subs. by s. 47, ibid., for “Commission” (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA

Act to have overriding effect. The provisions of this Act shall have effect notwithstanding anything inconsistent therewith contained in any other law for the time being in force. Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA

Protection of action taken in good faith No suit, prosecution or other legal proceedings shall lie against the Central Government or Commission or any officer of the Central Government or the Chairperson or any Member or the Director General, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General or 1[the Secretary or officers or other employees of the Commission or the Chairperson, Members, officers and other employees of the Appellate Tribunal] for anything which is in good faith done or intended to be done under this Act or the rules or regulations made thereunder.   Amendment 1. Subs. by Act 39 of 2007, s. 46, for “Registrar or officers or other employees of the Commission” (w.e.f. 12-10-2007). Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA

Chairperson, Members, Director General, Secretary, officers and other employees, etc., to be public servants. The Chairperson and other Members and the Director General, Additional, Joint, Deputy or Assistant Directors General and Secretary and officers and other employees of the Commission and the Chairperson, Members, officers and other employees of the Appellate Tribunal shall be deemed, while acting or purporting to act in pursuance of any of the provisions of this Act, to be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860).]   Amendment 1. Subs. by s. 45, ibid., for section 58 (w.e.f. (12-10-2007). Practice area’s of B K Goyal & Co LLP Income Tax Return Filing | Income Tax Appeal | Income Tax Notice | GST Registration | GST Return Filing | FSSAI Registration | Company Registration | Company Audit | Company Annual Compliance | Income Tax Audit | Nidhi Company Registration| LLP Registration | Accounting in India | NGO Registration | NGO Audit | ESG | BRSR | Private Security Agency | Udyam Registration | Trademark Registration | Copyright Registration | Patent Registration | Import Export Code | Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection | Section 8 Company | Foreign Company | 80G and 12A Certificate | FCRA Registration |DGGI Cases | Scrutiny Cases | Income Escapement Cases | Search & Seizure | CIT Appeal | ITAT Appeal | Auditors | Internal Audit | Financial Audit | Process Audit | IEC Code | CA Certification | Income Tax Penalty Notice u/s 271(1)(c) | Income Tax Notice u/s 142(1) | Income Tax Notice u/s 144 |Income Tax Notice u/s 148 | Income Tax Demand Notice | Psara License | FCRA Online Company Registration Services in major cities of India Company Registration in Jaipur | Company Registration in Delhi | Company Registration in Pune | Company Registration in Hyderabad | Company Registration in Bangalore | Company Registration in Chennai | Company Registration in Kolkata | Company Registration in Mumbai | Company Registration in India | Company Registration in Gurgaon | Company Registration in Noida  Complete CA Services CA in Delhi | CA in Gurgaon | CA in Noida | CA in Jaipur | CA Firm in India RERA Services RERA Rajasthan | RERA Haryana | RERA Delhi | UP RERA