Question

Which Indian portal serves as an e-commerce platform for Government-to-Business (G2B) procurement?

• A. SWAYAM
• B. Government e-Marketplace (GeM)
• C. DIKSHA
• D. e-NAM

Hint:

Important Indian digital platforms:

• \textbf{GeM} → Government e-Marketplace for government procurement
• \textbf{SWAYAM} → Online education platform
• \textbf{DIKSHA} → Digital platform for teachers and learning resources
• \textbf{e-NAM} → Online agricultural trading platform

Memory trick: \[ \textbf{GeM = Government e-Marketplace} \] Used for \textbf{Government-to-Business (G2B) procurement}.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:
The Government e-Marketplace (GeM) is an online procurement portal launched by the Government of India to facilitate transparent and efficient purchasing of goods and services by government departments, public sector undertakings (PSUs), and other government organizations. It functions as a Government-to-Business (G2B) e-commerce platform where government buyers can purchase products and services directly from registered vendors. The platform was launched in 2016 by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. It aims to improve transparency, efficiency, and speed in government procurement processes. Key features of GeM include:

• Online marketplace for government procurement
• Direct interaction between government buyers and registered sellers
• Transparent pricing and bidding system
• Reduced paperwork and faster procurement process
• Support for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)

GeM helps streamline public procurement and ensures better value for money for government purchases.
Step 1: Understanding the question.

The question asks which Indian portal functions as an e-commerce platform for Government-to-Business (G2B) procurement.
Step 2: Identify the relevant portal.

The portal designed specifically for government departments to procure goods and services from businesses online is the Government e-Marketplace (GeM).
Step 3: Analyzing the options.

• Option (A): SWAYAM — Online education platform for courses.
• Option (B): Government e-Marketplace (GeM) — Correct; it is the official portal for government procurement from businesses.
• Option (C): DIKSHA — Digital platform for teacher training and educational resources.
• Option (D): e-NAM — Electronic National Agriculture Market for agricultural trade.

Step 4: Selecting the correct answer.
\[ \boxed{\text{Government e-Marketplace (GeM)}} \]