Context: The Centre has recently set up an advisory council for Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) to digitise e-commerce value chains and call for a bold vision, an open and consultative process.
Significance of Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC)
Proposed Layers of ONDC:
Way Forward: It is time that India is exploring innovative ways to bridge the gaps in e-commerce markets. But the boldness of this vision must be matched by the thoughtfulness of the approach.