Question

Explain any three factors which gave birth to the 'Consumer Movement'in India

Answer 1

1) The consumer movement , as a social force , originated with the aim of protecting and promoting the interests of consumers against unfair and unethical means of trade.
2) there was no legal rule to protect consumers back then.
3) Black marketing, hoarding and adulterated goods were being sold in the market
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Answer 2

1. With the necessity of protecting and promoting the interest of consumers against unethical and unfair trade practices, consumer movement originated in India.

2. Many type of illegal acts like of Rampant Food Shortages, hoarding, black marketing, adulteration etc. gave rise to the consumer movement.

3. Consumer organisations till 1970s keep writing the articles, and holding exhibitions.