Quality Council of India (QCI):
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Quality Council of India (QCI) was set up in 1997 as an autonomous body.
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It was setup jointly by the Government of India and the Indian Industry represented by the three premier industry associations i.e.
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Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM),
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Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and
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Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI)
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It aims to establish and operate national accreditation structure and promote quality through National Quality Campaign.
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The Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, is the nodal ministry for QCI.
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Chairman of QCI is appointed by the Prime Minister on recommendation of the industry to the government.