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SINGLE WINDOW SYSTEM
Q-861: Explain the single window concept
A-861: To ensure transparency and faster clearance of the import/export goods which
require permission from other regulatory agencies, Indian Customs has introduced the
concept of single window for the clearance of import and export goods in 2014. Under this
concept, a common platform to import or export trade is provided to meet requirements of
all regulatory agencies (such as Animal Quarantine, Plant Quarantine, Drug Controller,
Textile Committee etc.) and to file a common declaration form, which also consist of details
required by other regulatory agencies. The filing of Single common integrated declaration
electronically do away the need for the importer /exporter to file separate documents with
other regulatory agencies to obtain their clearances. The clearance or NOC from the relevant
regulatory agency is obtained electronically, thus expediting the clearance of import /export
goods. It is basically a trade facilitation measures. The benefits of Single Window Scheme
include ease of doing business, reduced costs, enhanced transparency, reduced duplicity and
cost of compliance and optimal utilization of resources.
Q-862: Explain the functions of Indian Customs Single Window Project
A-862: The following functions of Indian Customs Single Window Project are:
(i) The importers and exporters electronically lodge their Customs clearance
` documents at a single point only with the Customs.

(ii) Permission, if any, from other regulatory agencies (such as Drug Controller,
Textile Committee etc.) is obtained online.

(iii) It reduce interface with Governmental agencies, dwell time and cost of doing
business.
(iv) It is presently in operation at limited number of ports/Air Cargo/ICDs and with
limited number of regulatory agencies.

SOCIAL WELFARE SURCHARGE
Q-863: Which are the duties not included in Social Welfare Surcharge?

A-863: (i) Safeguard
(iii) Countervailing
(iv) Anti-dumping
(v) None of the above

SPECIAL ECONOMIC ZONES
Q-864: The SEZ units have a zero export turnover, the SEIS application to be filed with
(a) Regulating Authority in concerned jurisdiction
(b) Development Commissioner of SEZ

Which one of the above statement is correct?
(i) a only
(ii) b only
(iii) a and b

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