What India's E-Commerce Crackdown Means for Business, Consumers

The video discusses the evolution of e-commerce in India, highlighting the shift from a B2B model to a marketplace economy due to a surge in internet users. It examines the impact of government regulations on domestic and international companies, such as Amazon and Walmart, and the prohibition of inventory-based e-commerce. The video also explores the future prospects for foreign companies in India's growing market and the digital competition between the US and China in India.

What was the primary model for e-commerce in India before the surge in internet users?

• Inventory-based model

• Business-to-business model

• Direct-to-consumer model

• Subscription-based model

What was one of the government's actions in 2016 regarding e-commerce?

• Allowing 100% FDI in marketplace models

• Prohibiting foreign investments

• Introducing inventory-based e-commerce

• Banning all international e-commerce companies

How did the new regulations affect international companies like Amazon?

• They were banned from operating

• They had to remove some products

• They were unaffected

• They gained more market share

What is the projected growth of e-commerce as a percentage of total retail trade in India by 2020?

• 2.5%

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

How do Chinese companies typically invest in the Indian digital market?

• Through direct brand presence

• Via portfolios and venture capitals

• Through government partnerships

• By acquiring local companies