Question

Define consumer and explain the procedure and powers of a district consumer forum

Answer 1

An individual who buys products or services for personal use and not for manufacture or resale. A consumer is someone who can make the decision whether or not to purchase an item at the store, and someone who can be influenced by marketing and advertisements. Any time someone goes to a store and purchases a toy, shirt, beverage, or anything else, they are making that decision as a consumer.
The Consumer Protection Act, 1986 is one of the benevolent social legislation intended to protect the large body of consumers from exploitation. ... a Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum to be known as the "District Forum" established by the State Government in each district.