Question

Give the meaning of 'Consumer' as per Consumer Protection Act, 2019.

Answer 1

The Consumer Protection Act of 2019 defines a consumer as:

1. Any person who purchases goods for a consideration that has been paid or promised, or partially paid and partially promised, or under any deferred payment scheme. It includes any user of such goods who does so with the buyer's permission, but it excludes anyone who obtains goods for resale or any other commercial purpose.
2. Any person who hires or obtains a service for a consideration that has been paid or promised, or partially paid and partially promised, or under any deferred payment system. It includes any recipient of services when such services are used with the person's permission, but it excludes anyone who uses such services for commercial gain.