It is same in India too. The amount of time that is wasted on it is absolutely massive. There is no benefit. We have director and ID sign which is accepted in

It is same in India too. The amount of time that is wasted on it is absolutely massive. There is no benefit. We have director and ID sign which is accepted in a few departments for what they ask for a notary to witness in others. Printing something on stamp paper changes absolutely nothing. The amount of mindless bureaucracy just to waste people's time gets me every time. If you want more money, just ask for it directly. Also all the penalties for not doing redundant and useless paperwork. You can pay all the taxes and be compliant yet if you don't fill form saying I paid everything, they penalize you.