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Risks and contingencies (Details) - CNY (¥) | 1 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2021 | Mar. 31, 2022 | Mar. 31, 2021 | Mar. 31, 2020
Risks and contingencies |  |  |  |
Anti-monopoly fine |  |  | ¥ 18,228,000,000 |
Number of consecutive years the Company is required to file a self-assessment and compliance report to the SAMR | 3 years |  |  |
Collectability of payments made relating to trade assurance program |  |  |  |
Risks and contingencies |  |  |  |
Provisions made in relation to the program |  | ¥ 0 | ¥ 0 | ¥ 0

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