State the composition and functions of the Committee, on Quality Complaints and Trade Disputes in furtherance of the Foreign Trade Policy.

Composition of the Committee on Quality complaints and Trade Dispute (CQCTD) For effective dealing of quality complaints and trade disputes, the CQCTD would be constituted. The CQCTD may comprise of the following members: Additional DGFT/Joint DGFT/ (H.O.O): Chairperson Representative of Bureau of India Standard (BIS): Member Representative of Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority: Member Representative of the Branch Manager of the concerned Bank: Member Representative of Federation of Indian Exporter Organisation (FIEO) / and OR Export Promotion Council: Member Representative of Export Inspection Agency: Member Nominee of Director of Industries of State Government: Member Nominee of Development Commissioner of MSME: Member Officer as nominated by Chairperson: Member Secretary Any other agency, as co-opted by Chairperson: Member. Functions of CQCTD The Committee (CQCTD) will be responsible for enquiring and investigating into all Quality related complaints and other trade related complaints falling under the jurisdiction of the respective Regional Authorities (RAs). It will take prompt and effective steps to redress and resolve the grievances of the importers, exporters and overseas buyers, preferably within three months of receipt of the complaint. Wherever required, the Committee (CQCTD) may take the assistance of the Export Promotion Councils/ FIEO/Commodity Boards or any other agency as considered appropriate for settlement of these disputes.