Question

Statement (1): The definition of consumer has been widened in 2019 Amendment Act.

Statement (2): The concept of product liability is introduced in 2019 amendment.

Options

• Both statements are true.

• Both statements are false.

• Statement 1 is true but Statement 2 is false.

• Statement 2 is true but Statement 1 is false.

Answer 1

Both statements are true.

Explanation:

The Consumer Protection Act of 2019 expanded the definition of a consumer to include online and electronic transactions. It also created the concept of product liability, which holds manufacturers, sellers, and service providers accountable for damages caused by defective products.