Analyse the functions of Consumer Protection Council

CBSE Class 10 CBSE Class 10 Social Science
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Analyse the functions of Consumer Protection Council.
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How do ‘Consumer Protection Council’ help consumers? Explain three ways.

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THE Consumer Movement in India has led to the formation of various organisations. They are locally known as consumer forums or consumer protection councils.

  • They guide consumers on how to file cases in the consumer court.
  • On many occasions, they also represent individual consumers in the consumer courts.
  • These voluntary organisations also receive financial support from the government for creating awareness among the people.