Question

Write a function of consumer forum in brief

Answer 1

The consumer movement in India has led to the formation of various organisations locally known as consumer forums or consumer protection councils.

Following are the importance or functions of consumer forums
(i) They guide consumers on how to file cases in the consumer court.
(ii) On many occasions, they also represent individual consumers in the consumer courts.
(iii) These voluntary organisations also receive financial support from the government for creating awareness among the people.
(iv) It works for the protection of the consumer rights.
(v) It imparts knowledge about consumer rights by writing articles and getting it published in newspaper.

Answer 2

Answer: The importance or functions of consumer forums:

       (i) They guide a consumer in filing the cases at the consumer courts.

       (ii) They can also represent individual consumers at the consumer courts if required.

      (iii) They create awareness among people regarding consumer rights. For this, they also receive financial support from the government.

      (iv) It works for the protection of consumer rights.

      (v) It imparts knowledge about consumer rights by writing articles and getting them published in newspapers.