Consumer Protection
Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Business Studies
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Introduction and Importance of Consumer Protection
- Every person is a consumer in some capacity - buying goods or availing services
- Market shift from 'Caveat Emptor' (Let the buyer beware) to 'Caveat Venditor' (Let the seller beware)
- Consumer is considered KING in free market economy
Need and Importance from Different Perspectives
- FROM CONSUMER'S PERSPECTIVE: Consumer ignorance about rights, unorganized consumers, widespread exploitation through unfair practices
- FROM BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE: Long-term business interest, responsible use of society's resources, social responsibility, moral justification, avoiding government intervention
- NEED FOR PROTECTION: Physical safety, access to information, Corporate Social Responsibility, consumer satisfaction, social justice, business survival and growth
Consumer Protection Act 2019 - Key Definitions
- Act extends to whole of India and covers all businesses including e-commerce
- Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) established for regulation
- Covers offline and online transactions, teleshopping, direct selling, multilevel marketing
Consumer Rights (Six Rights)
- 1. RIGHT TO SAFETY: Protection against hazardous goods/services (e.g., ISI marked electrical appliances)
- 2. RIGHT TO BE INFORMED: Complete product information - ingredients, manufacturing date, price, quantity, usage directions
- 3. RIGHT TO BE ASSURED/CHOOSE: Access to variety of products at competitive prices with freedom of choice
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