This is to inform the general public that QNET, a scheme that is operated in Bhutan by Vihaan Direct Selling Pvt. Ltd, India is a pyramid promotional scheme.
This scheme emphasizes on continuous recruitment of new downline members through misleading information and the commissions that are paid out are based on the recruitment of members rather than on actual sale of products. Furthermore, apart from some questionable products offered online, there are no substantive products offered within Bhutan. Such schemes are unsustainable and will eventually collapse, after which members will not receive the promised payouts or even be able to recoup their investments.
Such scheme contravenes the Rule 38 (xiii) of the Consumer Protection Rules and Regulations, 2015 wherein “establishing, operating or promoting a pyramid promotional scheme where a consumer receives compensation that is derived primarily from the introduction of other consumers into the scheme rather than from the sale or consumption of products” is classified as unfair trade practice and therefore deemed illegal.
Therefore, the Office of Consumer Protection directs all existing promoters and members of QNET to immediately discontinue promotion of the scheme and recruitment of the downline members. The general public is also advised to refrain from participating in this scheme.
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