Question

Write a short note on Right to be informed.

Answer 1

Consumers should be given all the relevant facts about the product. This implies that the manufacturer and the dealer are expected to disclose all the material facts relevant to and relating to the product.

Answer 2

The consumer has the right to be informed about the quantity, quality, potency, purity, standard and price of the goods that he wishes to purchase. It is the responsibility of the distributor and manufacturer to give complete information about ingredients, date of manufacture, technical specifications, precautions, if any, to be taken in the use and maintenance of the product, etc. This right is meant to protect the consumer from deceptive advertising, misleading labelling and warranties, etc.