Small suppliers on e-commerce platforms should be allowed to conduct inter-state supplies devoid of GST registration if their turnover does not go beyond a certain level, recommends think tank Global Trade Research Initiative. The GST Council has exempted small businesses when it comes to taking GST registration concerning intra-state supplies via e-commerce platforms if their turnover is under Rs 40 lakh in relation to goods and Rs 20 lakh in relation to services.