When is consumer day celebrated

Disclaimer: This is a company press release. No HT journalist is involved in creation of this content. Share Via. By HT Brand Studio. Why is it Important to celebrate National Consumer Day? History of National Consumer Day The day is celebrated on 24th December every year, the formation of this day was held in under Consumer Protection Act. Get our Daily News Capsule Subscribe.

Thank you for subscribing to our Daily News Capsule newsletter. Whatsapp Twitter Facebook Linkedin. Sign Up. On December 9, , the consumer protection act was passed in Parliament with the purpose of empowering consumers.

The act focuses on the establishment of consumer councils, forums and appellate courts for the settlement of consumer's grievances.

Right to be informed about the quality, potency, purity, standard and price of goods and services. Right to be protected against wrong marketing of goods and services which are hazardous to the life and property. Share Via. By hindustantimes. Consumer rights in India In India, the consumer rights movement finds its roots in in Maharashtra. The act provides consumers with the following rights: 1. Right to be heard at an appropriate forum 2. Right to seek redressal in case of unfair trade practices 3.

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