Question

Analyse the importance of the three-tier judicial machinery under consumer protection act (copra) 1986 for redressal of consumer disputes

Answer 1

Answer:

It has following importance:-

1. It reduces the pressure on other courts.

2. It finishes a case within 3 months.

3. Cases seeking redressal up to 20 lakh are handled by district consumer courts.

4. Cases seeking redressal up to 1 crore are handled by state consumer courts.

5. Cases seeking redressal more than 1 crore are handled by national consumer courts.

6. These courts empower people to fight against exploitation.