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प्रश्न
Describe the importance of the 'Right to Information (RTI)' for consumers.
उत्तर
The Right to Information Act empowers all Indian Citizens to seek information from public authorities, which includes central, state and local governments, Parliament, judiciary, police, etc. Under RTI, a citizen can ask a question, seek information, make copies of official documents, inspect government work and its progress.
RTI has helped the citizens in the following manner :
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It has empowered them.
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It has made them aware of the functioning of the government machinery.
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RTI has made citizens vigilant and made them more conscious about their rights and duties.
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It has exposed various scams and has helped citizens in making wise choices.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Explain any three factors which gave birth to the 'Consumer Movement' in India.
What factors gave birth to the consumer movement in India? Trace its evolution.
Mention some of the rights of consumers and write a few sentences on each.
By What Means Can the Consumers Express Their Solidarity?
Critically examine the progress of consumer movement in India.
Match the following.
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(i) |
Availing details of ingredients of a product |
(a) |
Right to safety |
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(ii) |
Agmark |
(b) |
Dealing with consumer cases |
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(iii) |
Accident due to faulty engine in a scooter |
(c) |
Certification of edible oil and cereals |
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(iv) |
District Consumer Court |
(d) |
Agency that develops standards for goods and services |
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(v) |
Consumers International |
(e) |
Right to information |
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(vi) |
Bureau of Indian Standards |
(f) |
Global level institution of consumer welfare organisations |
Say True or False.
COPRA applies only to goods.
Say True or False.
India is one of the many countries in the world which has exclusive courts for consumer redressal.
Say True or False.
It is worthwhile to move to consumer courts only if the damages incurred are of high value.
Analyze the importance of the three-tier judicial machinery under the Consumer Protection Act. (COPRA), 1986 for redressal of consumer disputes.
