Consumer Protection Act 1986

Which year was the Consumer Protection Act passed by the Parliament?

• 1986

• 1987

• 1956

• 1930

Answer explanation

The Consumer Protection Act was passed by the Parliament in 1986.

Every year is declared as a consumer protection day to educate the public and their right and responsibilities

• August 15

• April 15

• March 15

• September 15

What is the right to safety under the Consumer Protection Act?

• It is the right to be protected against the marketing of goods and services which are hazardous to life and property
• It is the right to be informed about the quality, quantity, potency, purity, standard and price of goods or services
• It is the right to be assured, wherever possible, access to a variety of goods and services at competitive prices
• It is the right to seek redressal against unfair trade practices or unscrupulous exploitation of consumers

The Right of redressal is sought for against:

• Unfair trade practices

• Restrictive trade practices

• Unscrupulous exploitation

• All of these

According to which right.....The consumer can approach the government and public bodies when decision and policies are violating his interests.

• Right to safety

• Right to be heard

• Right to Consumer Protection Act

• Right to consumer education.

The consumer must be assured access to a variety of goods and services at competitive prices.

• Right to Consumer Protection Act

• Right to choose

• Right to safety

• Right to be heard