In India, mergers and acquisition of firms are regulated by

Question

In India, mergers and acquisition of firms are regulated by

1. A. National Manufacturing Competitiveness Council
2. B. Competition Commission of India (Correct answer)
3. C. Securities and Exchange Board of India
4. D. Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion

Correct Answer

Option B — Competition Commission of India

Detailed Solution & Explanation

The correct answer is Competition Commission of India.

Key Points

• The Competition Commission of India (CCI), established under the Competition Act, 2002, regulates mergers, acquisitions, and anti-competitive practices in India.
• SEBI regulates securities markets, while DIPP handles industrial policy.
• CCI ensures that mergers do not harm market competition.