Daily
250 words
7/10
Rating

3 September 2026

Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill

The bill represents a specific legislative intervention aimed at improving ease of doing business through e-governance and regulatory reform, which are core themes in the GS2 syllabus.

1 min read 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026 aims to reform the process of obtaining approvals, registrations, and licences for enterprises in Delhi.
  • Key feature: A single-window portal for all clearances, including building plans, fire safety, and utility connections (water, drainage, electricity).
  • Nodal Agency: The Delhi State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (DSIIDC) will oversee all business approvals.
  • Inspection Reform: No routine inspections for three years post-registration; inspections permitted only upon receipt of serious complaints.
  • Compliance Simplification: Self-declaration accepted for low-risk businesses.
  • Regulatory Integration: Enterprises registered under GST, Food Safety and Standards Act, MSME Development Act, or the four Labour Codes are exempted from separate registrations for 'health-trade' and 'eating house' categories.
  • Legislative Process: The Bill requires approval from the Union Home Ministry, which may consult the Legal Affairs Department before submission to the Delhi Assembly or Parliament.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of single-window clearance systems in enhancing the ease of doing business in India. How does shifting from a 'control-based' to a 'trust-based' regulatory framework impact industrial growth? 150 words
    Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min
    0 / 150 words 8:00
  2. Examine the role of regulatory reforms in fostering an environment conducive to entrepreneurship. In the context of the proposed Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, analyze the challenges of balancing administrative efficiency with the need for robust oversight and public safety. 250 words
    Attempt this — 250 words in 11 min
    0 / 250 words 11:00

Prelims

  1. Which of the following is designated as the nodal agency for business approvals under the proposed Delhi Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026?

Syllabus

Topics

Sources

250words.in · https://250words.in/daily/2026-09-03/delhi-ease-of-doing-business-bill