Question

Write about five important consumer legislation.

Answer 1

To protect the consumers from unfair traders, the government passed various legislative Acts.
They are as follows:

• The Indian Contract Act,1982 was passed to bind the people on the promise made in the contract.
• The Essential Commodities Act,1955 protects the consumers against artificial shortages created by the sellers by hoarding the goods.
• The Prevention of Food Adulteration Act,1954 checks the adulteration of food articles and ensures purity of goods supplied.
• Weights and Measures Act,1958 protects the consumer against malpractices of underweight or under measurement.