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Which Union Ministry is associate with the pilot phase of the Open Network for Digital Commerce?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
  2. Ministry of Home affairs
  3. Ministry of Electronics and IT
  4. None of the above

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Explanation: The pilot phase of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) is associated with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. 📚 Other Information: ▪️ ONDC is an initiative to democratise e-commerce in India. ▪️ It was launched in April 2022. ▪️ Aims to end dominance of big players like Amazon and Flipkart. ▪️ Works on open-source technology similar to UPI in payments. ▪️ Ensures participation of small retailers, kirana stores, and farmers. ▪️ Supports interoperability among digital commerce platforms. ▪️ Helps promote Atmanirbhar Bharat and Digital India missions. ▪️ Managed by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).