The Secretariat's report states that in India some 81 products are subject to mandatory certification and mandatory BIS certification mark.
Could India explain which were the criteria used by the Government to select the products subject to mandatory certification under BIS rules?
Reply: The need for technical regulations is determined by the Central Government keeping in view the public interest.
Could India explain if for each product a comprehensive impact assessment was carried out including an assessment of the impact compulsory certification has on international trade?
