An Analysis of Indian Leniency Mechanism in Cartel Detection

Abstract

Cartel leniency is a term used to describe a clause in competition law that permits members of cartels illegal agreements between rivals to control prices or restrict competition to obtain lighter punishments or immunity in exchange for helping the authorities with their investigation. newlineA cartel member might contact the CCI under the Indian programme for leniency and disclose crucial details about the cartel, including supporting documentation, in exchange for lenient treatment. The manner in which the cartel member contacts the CCI and the importance of the information provided will determine the degree of leniency. newlineA cartel member might contact the CCI under the Indian programme for leniency and disclose crucial details about the cartel, including supporting documentation, in exchange for lenient treatment. The manner in which the cartel member contacts the CCI newline newline