Effectiveness of Whistle Blower And Leniency Programme in

Detecting And Preventing Cartelisation

Introduction
The “Leniency Programme” is designed to support effective enforcement of the Competition Act,
2002 (as amended), [the Act]. A transparent and predictable leniency programme has been proven
an effective tool to detect, investigate and combat cartel cases worldwide. It is an incentive to those
cartel members who choose to share information and cooperate with the Commission.

Research question

What is leniency Programme under the Act ?

Who can avail leniency program

Quantum of immunity under leniency provision