New Delhi, May 23 -- The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has raised concerns about Uber's 'advance tip' option. But Uber's not alone in this. What exactly is an advance tip? Is it unethical? And why has it drawn regulatory scrutiny? Mint breaks it down.

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They ask users to tip drivers before booking a ride in exchange for faster service. Apparently this is to compensate drivers for frequent cancellations by riders. Ride cancellations have been the major pain-point in India's mobility sector for years. To be sure, it works both ways: 84% of app taxi consumers face cancellations when drivers are told the destinations and the preferred digital payment method, accord...