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Question
State any five responsibilities of a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Solution
The responsibilities of a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act 2019 are as follows:
- Be aware of various goods and services available in the market so that an intelligent and wise choice can be made.
- Buy only standardized goods as they provide quality assurance. Thus, look for ISI marks on electrical goods, FPO marks on food products, Hallmark on jewelry, etc.
- Learn about the risks associated with products and services, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and use the products safely.
- Read labels carefully so as to have information about prices, net weight, manufacturing and expiry dates, etc.
- Assert yourself to ensure that you get a fair deal.
- Be honest in your dealings. Choose only from legal goods and services and discourage unscrupulous practices like black-marketing, hoarding, etc.
- Ask for a cash memo on the purchase of goods or services. This would serve as proof of the purchase made.
- File a complaint in an appropriate consumer forum in case of a shortcoming in the quality of goods purchased or services availed. Do not fail to take an action even when the amount involved is small.
- Form consumer societies that would play an active part in educating consumers and safeguarding their interests.
- Respect the environment. Avoid waste, littering, and contributing to pollution.
Notes
Students can refer to any five points from the above solution.
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State any four responsibilities fulfilled by Sameeksha besides asking for a cash-memo.
