The Indian startup ecosystem is subjected to a complex and multifaceted web of laws and regulations across various sectors. To navigate this landscape effectively, this section of the toolkit will guide early-stage founders towards relevant compliances spanning across environmental protection, labour standards, consumer rights, data privacy, goods and services tax (GST), intellectual property (IP) rights, foreign exchange management (FEMA), information technology (IT) protocols, and stamp duty obligations, that the startups must adhere to. Understanding and fulfilling these diverse compliance mandates is crucial for the sustainable growth and legal standing of startups in India.