{"id":42787,"date":"2025-05-06T20:18:38","date_gmt":"2025-05-06T14:48:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/?p=42787"},"modified":"2025-05-06T20:18:51","modified_gmt":"2025-05-06T14:48:51","slug":"report-framework-repairability-index-mobile-and-electronic-sector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/06-05-2025\/report-framework-repairability-index-mobile-and-electronic-sector","title":{"rendered":"Report for Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Syllabus: GS3\/ Economy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The Committee constituted for the Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector has submitted its Report to the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA), Government of India.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Background<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>India ranks as the <strong>third-largest producer of electronic waste<\/strong> globally, following China and the United States.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The surge in electronic consumption, coupled with limited repair options, has contributed significantly to this issue.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Between<strong> 2022 and 2025<\/strong>, consumer complaints related to mobile phones and tablets increased from <strong>19,057 to 22,864,<\/strong> underscoring the need for improved repair accessibility and transparency in post-sale services.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In September 2024, the DoCA established a committee under the chairmanship of <strong>Bharat Khera<\/strong> to develop a framework for the Repairability Index.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Recommendations of the Committee<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Self-Declared Repairability Scores: <\/strong>Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) should self-assess and declare the repairability of their products based on standardized criteria, minimizing additional compliance burdens.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Display of RI:<\/strong> The Repairability Index should be prominently displayed at points of sale, on e-commerce platforms, and via QR codes on product packaging to enable consumers to make informed choices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scoring Parameters:<\/strong> Repairability is assessed on six core parameters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img data-dominant-color=\"1a1b14\" data-has-transparency=\"true\" style=\"--dominant-color: #1a1b14;\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"440\" height=\"297\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/ca\/uploads\/2025\/05\/components-of-repairability-index.png\" alt=\"components of repairability index\" class=\"has-transparency wp-image-42788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/ca\/uploads\/2025\/05\/components-of-repairability-index.png 440w, https:\/\/wp-images.nextias.com\/cdn-cgi\/image\/format=auto\/ca\/uploads\/2025\/05\/components-of-repairability-index-300x203.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 440px) 100vw, 440px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Priority Components:<\/strong> The framework should focus on components prone to frequent failures and critical to device functionality, including batteries, display assemblies, microphones, and speakers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement:<\/strong> The committee engaged with a wide array of stakeholders, including manufacturers, industry associations, consumer advocacy groups, and government representatives, to ensure a comprehensive and inclusive framework.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Significance of the Repairability Index<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reduction in Electronic Waste:<\/strong> Enhancing repair options will extend product lifespans, thereby reducing the volume of e-waste generated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Circular Economy:<\/strong> The RI supports the principles of a circular economy by encouraging the reuse and repair of products, reducing the need for new resource extraction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Local Repair Industries:<\/strong> Improved access to repair information and parts will bolster local repair businesses, contributing to economic growth and job creation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Global Scenario in Right to Repair\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>United Kingdom:<\/strong> Right to Repair Regulations 2021, covers home appliances (e.g., fridges, washers, TVs).\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Manufacturers must supply spare parts for up to 10 years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>France: <\/strong>Introduced a mandatory Repairability Index on five categories: smartphones, laptops, washing machines, TVs, and lawnmowers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ebecf0\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Right to Repair Portal India<\/strong><br>&#8211; Launched in <strong>2022<\/strong>, the Right to Repair Portal serves as a centralized platform providing consumers with information on repair services across four sectors:<br>1. Farming Equipment<br>2. Mobiles and Electronics<br>3. Consumer Durables<br>4. Automobile Equipment<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Challenges<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Technical Complexity:<\/strong> Modern electronic devices often feature compact and intricate designs, making repairs more challenging and necessitating specialized tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Manufacturer Resistance: <\/strong>Some OEMs express concerns over intellectual property rights and the potential impact on product security and performance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Concluding remarks<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The introduction of the Repairability Index in India&#8217;s mobile and electronics sector marks a significant step towards sustainable consumption and consumer empowerment.\u00a0<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By promoting transparency and facilitating repairs, the initiative has the potential to reduce electronic waste, stimulate local economies, and align with global sustainability goals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Source: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pib.gov.in\/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2126409\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>PIB<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<h3><strong>Context<\/strong><\/h3>\n<li class=\"ms-5\">The Committee constituted for the Framework on Repairability Index (RI) in Mobile and Electronic Sector has submitted its Report to the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA), Government of India.<\/li>\n<p><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Background<\/strong><\/h3>\n<li class=\"ms-5\">India ranks as the third-largest producer of electronic waste globally, following China and the United States.<\/li>\n<li class=\"ms-5\">The surge in electronic consumption, coupled with limited repair options, has contributed significantly to this issue.\u00a0<\/li>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/current-affairs\/06-05-2025\/report-framework-repairability-index-mobile-and-electronic-sector\" class=\"btn btn-primary btn-sm float-end\">Read More<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-42787","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-current-affairs"],"acf":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42787","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42787"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42787\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":42813,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42787\/revisions\/42813"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42787"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42787"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.nextias.com\/ca\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42787"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}