<h1>Government Boosts Small Business E-commerce: GST Exemption for Handicraft Sellers and Support for Artisans Online.</h1> The government has implemented initiatives to boost collaboration between small businesses and e-commerce platforms. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has exempted certain handicraft sellers from mandatory GST registration, facilitating their online presence. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade is working with e-commerce platforms to onboard artisans, including those producing Geographical Indication goods. The One District One Product initiative helps rural sellers gain visibility online. The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises supports e-commerce participation through financial assistance and marketing schemes. Platforms like the National Small Industries Corporation and Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation also promote online sales for small businesses.