rescinding the Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order 2020

## Policy Analysis Report: Rescission of Footwear Quality Control Order, 2020 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes the Government of India's order, dated June 3, 2022, which rescinds the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020." The rescission, enacted under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, effectively cancels the 2020 Order, except for actions already completed or omitted before the rescission date. The report details the implications of this policy change for affected stakeholders. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the official order published on June 3, 2022, regarding the rescission of the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020." The analysis is based solely on the text provided and will focus on the key provisions, potential impacts, and implications for relevant stakeholders, particularly within the footwear industry. **3. Policy Overview:** This order constitutes an *amendment* as it rescinds an existing policy: the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020." The core objective, based on the text, is to *remove* the existing Quality Control Order related to footwear made from leather and other materials. The order uses powers conferred by section 16 read with subsection 3 of section 25 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. **4. Background and Rationale:** The text states the rescission is deemed necessary in the public interest, after consulting with the Bureau of Indian Standards. The specific rationale for rescinding the Quality Control Order is not explicitly stated in the text. However, it can be inferred that the government may have determined the original Quality Control Order to be either ineffective, redundant, or no longer aligned with current public interest or economic considerations. Further investigation beyond the provided text is required to determine the precise reasons for the rescission. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This is an amendment policy. The key change introduced by this order is the *rescission* of the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020." * **Original Policy Changed:** The entirety of the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020," as published in the Gazette of India (S.O. 3860 E, dated the 28th October, 2020 and subsequently amended vide numbers S.O. 4379 E, dated the 4th December, 2020 and S.O. 2645 E, dated the 30th June, 2021), is being rescinded. * **New Rule/Provision:** The new provision is simply that the 2020 Order is *no longer in effect* as of June 3, 2022. * **Effect of the Change:** The effect is that manufacturers and distributors of footwear made from leather and other materials are *no longer subject to the requirements* of the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020." This suggests a potential reduction in compliance costs and regulatory burden. The exception to this change is for "things done or omitted to be done" before June 3rd, 2022, meaning actions taken under the 2020 order remain valid. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The primary target audience and stakeholders are businesses involved in the manufacture, import, distribution, and sale of footwear made from leather and other materials in India. This includes manufacturers, importers, retailers, and any other entities involved in the footwear supply chain. Consumers are also indirectly affected. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Commerce and Industry's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) is the responsible body, as indicated by the order's origin. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) was consulted. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The rescission is effective from the date of the order: June 3, 2022. There are no further procedures specified in the text itself. The order contains a caveat specifying that the rescission does not affect things done or omitted to be done before the date of rescission. This implies that any non-compliance with the original order prior to June 3, 2022, could still be subject to action. * **Amendment Specific:** The order means that any pending compliance actions under the 2020 QCO would not be needed moving forward, provided they were not already in progress or a violation had not already occurred. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this rescission is a potential reduction in regulatory burden and compliance costs for the footwear industry. This could stimulate domestic production and international trade. However, a potential negative outcome could be a decrease in the overall quality standards of footwear products in the market if alternative quality control mechanisms are not in place or enforced. The impact will depend on whether the industry continues to maintain quality standards voluntarily. **9. Conclusion:** The order dated June 3, 2022, effectively rescinds the "Footwear Made from Leather and other materials Quality Control Order, 2020," signalling a shift in government policy related to quality control in the footwear industry. While the specific rationale is not provided in the text, the rescission likely aims to reduce regulatory burdens. Businesses should understand the implications of this rescission and adjust their operations accordingly. A close monitoring of the footwear market is recommended to assess the effect of the rescission on product quality.

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