how does the government protect the interest of consumer
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The government tends to protect the interest of consumer through its redressal agencies....
In India, there are three such agencies:
- The District Forum
- The State Forum
- The National Commission
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Answer:
1. The Consumer Protection Act 1986:
Enactment of Consumer protection Act 1986 was one of the most important steps taken to protect the interest of consumer. The provision of act came into force from July 1, 1987. The main features of this Act are:
(i) This act has provided various rights and responsibilities to consumers.
ADVERTISEMENTS:
(ii) It provides safeguard to customers against defective goods, deficient’s, services, unfair trade practices and other forms of their exploitation.
(iii)The act has provided three tier redressal agencies where consumer can file complaints.
These are District forum, State Commission and National Commission.
2. The Contract Act 1982:
This Act is formed to bind people on their promises made in a contract. The Act also provides remedies available to parties in case of breach of contract.
3. The Sale of Goods Act 1930:
ADVERTISEMENTS:
This act provides safeguard and relief to customers in case goods are not complying with the expressed conditions and warranty.
4. The Essential Commodities Act 1955:
This act is formed to control production, supply and distribution of essential commodities. It checks inflation and ensures smooth and equal supply of these goods. It also checks black marketing, hoarding.