"Pressure groups play a vital role in influencing public policy making in India." Explain how the business associations contribute to public policies.

Business associations acting as pressure groups such as ASSOCHAM, FICCI, State Chambers of Commerce etc. promote their sectional interest by asserting their collective opinion without directly participating in the political process.

Business Associations contribute in policy making through the following steps:

• Channel of Communication - FICCI has asked the government to offer incentives to companies developing renewable energy projects in the upcoming budget of 2022. Tamil Nadu Chambers of Commerce has asked the government to simplify taxation and investment rules and use the MSME sector to generate employment.
• Promote debate and deliberations  – ASSOCHAM and other organizations conduct webinars on various issues pertaining to the Indian economy which highlights the key concerns of the specific sector.
• Promote Entrepreneurship for backward members of the society and offer some relaxations - Dalit Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry helps in such endeavours.
• Organizations such as FICCI, ASSOCHAM etc. offer alternate advice on government policies and also reflect on their benefits, concerns and operational challenges.

Government continuously monitors and incorporate important feedback and suggestions from such organizations  as part of policies and schemes.