Description : 1. Which one of the following logos is used for standardisation of agricultural products? [Delhi, 2012] -Economics 10th
Last Answer : The answer is Agmarg.
Description : Because of a service's __________, standardisation and quality are extremely difficult to control. A)intangibility B)inseparability C)homogeneity D)heterogeneity E)perishability
Last Answer : D)heterogeneity
Description : The gradation and standardisation of agricultural products are conducted through (1) Food Corporation of India (2) Directorate of Marketing and Inspection (3) Indian Standards Institution (4) Central Statistical Organisation
Last Answer : Directorate of Marketing and Inspection
Description : Analyse the importance of the three-tier judicial machinery under Consumer Protection Act (COPRA), 1986 for redressal of consumer disputes. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Consumer Protection Act (COPRA) was enacted in 1986 in the light of increasing exploitation and unfair trade practices that took place in the market. Under COPRA, three-tier quasijudicial ... has enabled consumers to have the right to represent in the consumer courts at various levels.
Description : Why was the Consumer Protection Act enacted by the Indian Parliament ? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Consumer Protection Act was enacted to give the consumers the right to choose, right to be informed, right to seek redressal and the right to present. It also set up a three-tier quasi-judicial mechanism.
Description : How do 'Consumer Protection Councils' help consumers ? Explain three ways. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Three ways in which 'Consumer Protection Councils help consumers are as 1. They guide consumers on how to file cases in the consumer court. 2. On many occasions, they also ... These voluntary organizations also receive financial support from the government for creating awareness among the people.
Description : (a) Explain two reasons responsible for enacting Consumer Protection Act 1986 by the Government of India. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (a) The Consumer Protection Act 1986 was enacted by the Government of India for the following reasons: 1. Large companies with huge wealth, power and reach often manipulated the markets in ... to ensure that the citizens can obtain all the information about the functions of government departments.
Description : What is 'Consumer Protection Act ? Explain any three reasons responsible for enacting Consumer Protection Act, 1986 by the Government of India. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The Consumer Protection Act, a major step taken by the Government of India in 1986 was duly enacted in response to the extreme dissatisfaction of the consumers because of the unethical and unfair ... to be necessary, in order to seek appropriate compensation in cases of losses to the consumer.
Description : Briefly explain the three-tier quasi-judicial machinery set up under the Consumer Protection Act of 1986. -SST 10th
Last Answer : The government enacted a specific law called the Consumer Protection Act, 1985. Most important feature of the Act is the provision for setting up a three-tier system as follows : ... consumers against the traders and manufacturers and provide the necessary relief and compensation to the consumers.
Description : What is the rationale behind the enactment of Consumer Protection Act, 1986 ? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Consumer exploitation has given rise to consumer organisations which started writing articles, publicity through media and holding exhibitions at various areas to make the consumer aware. Consumer groups were ... by the government in 1986 was the enactment of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
Description : Analyse the functions of Consumer Protection Councils. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Consumer Protection Councils help the consumers against any harassments or cheating from any business or economic agency. If any businessman resorting to unfair means he shall be taken to task by ... sloppy services, a hospital had to pay compensation to a patient for medical negligence etc.
Description : How do ‘Consumer Protection Councils’ help consumers? Explain three ways. -SST 10th
Last Answer : ‘Consumer Protection Councils’ help consumers in the following ways: (i) They guide consumers on how to file cases in the consumer court. (ii) On many occasions, they also represent individual consumer in the consumer courts. (iii) They also create awareness among the people.
Description : Explain briefly the three-tier quasi-judicial machinery set up under the Consumer Protection Act of 1986. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Any consumer who receives a service in whatever capacity, regardless of age,gender and nature of service has the right to choose' whether to continue to receive the service. Example: Suppose you ... is denied. The consumer has every right to purchase only those things that he wants to purchase.
Description : Explain the rights of a consumer as enshrined in the Consumer Protection Act of 1986. -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) The government has enacted a specific law called consumer protection Act i.e., COPRA, in 1986. (ii) Under COPRA, a three tier quasi-judicial machinery at the district, state and national levels ... is done to a consumer, she has the right to get compensation depending on the degree of damage.
Description : There are many rules and regulations regarding consumer protection but they are often not followed. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Causes: (i) Consumers purchase in small quantities and are scattered. (ii) Producers are few and powerful. (iii) There is lack of adequate monitoring. Therefore rules and regulations are not followed.
Description : Explain any three functions of the Consumer Protection Council or Consumer Forum. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Functions of the Consumer Protection Council or Consumer forums are: (i) To guide the consumer on how to file cases in the consumer court. (ii) To represent the ... iii) These voluntary organizations also receive financial support from the government creating awareness among the people.
Description : Explain any three features of the Consumer Protection Act of 1986. -SST 10th
Last Answer : Consumer Protection Act 1986, a major step taken in 1986 by the Indian government was the enactment of the Consumer Protection Act, popularly known as COPRA. (i) It applies to all goods ... has led to the setting up of separate departments of consumer affairs in central and state governments.
Description : What is the rationale behind the enactment of Consumer Protection Act, 1986? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The rationale behind this Act is to protect and promote the rights of consumers: (i) To make consumers aware about their rights. (ii) To punish those who indulge in malpractices and exploit ... iii) To see that traders don't indulge in anti-social activities such as hoarding and black-marketing.
Description : Why was the Consumer Protection Act enacted by the Indian Parliament? -SST 10th
Last Answer : To protect the consumers from unfair trade practices and retains the interest of consumers at large.
Description : Which major step was taken by the Indian Government in 1986 for the protection of consumer? -SST 10th
Last Answer : Consumer Protection Act.
Description : “Consumer awareness is the best way of the protection of consumers.” -SST 10th
Last Answer : (i) Consumer should be well informed about the rights and duties. (ii) Consumer should buy the communities with ISI, AGMARK or Hallmark logo. (iii) Should not hesitate to use the legal rights against unfair trade practices. Examples, Case of Amritha, case of Abirami.
Description : Members of state consumer protection council should not exceed a) Two b) Five c) Ten d) Three
Last Answer : c) Ten
Description : If the amount claimed by consumer is Rs. 89 Lacs, the case under the consumer protection act shall be filed with A. District Consumer Redressal forum B. State consumer Dispute Redressal Commission C. National consumer Dispute Redressal Commission D. Supreme court
Last Answer : B. State consumer Dispute Redressal Commission
Description : In case of death of a consumer who can prefer compliant under Section 2(1)(b) of Consumer Protection Act 1986 A. his legal heir or representative B. State Government C. consumer association registered under the Companies Act, 1956 D. No one can prefer complaint
Last Answer : A. his legal heir or representative
Description : As per section 2(1)(b) of Consumer Protection Act 1986, "complainant" means A. a consumer B. any consumer association registered under the Companies Act, 1956 C. the Central Government or any State Government, D. All the above
Last Answer : D. All the above
Description : Question 5: What is the rationale behind the enactment of Consumer Protection Act 1986? -Economics 10th
Last Answer : The rationale behind the enactment of Consumer Protection Act 1986 (COPRA) was to protect the interests of the consumers because there are no legal formalities for filing the complaint. A consumer ... a plain paper along with supporting documents such as guarantee or warrantee card, cash memo etc.
Description : Have you heard of the "Consumer Protection Act?" If so, do you think there should also be a "Small Business Protection Act?"?
Last Answer : Small businesses have an inordinate burden under our system of government. I don't believe in protecting them from lawsuits, but I do support tort reform including eliminating frivolous lawsuits. I am not an ... about ways to identify and stop serial suers. I know they exist. I have met several.
Description : Consumer Protection Act 1986, was amended in : (1) (1) 1992 (2) (2) 1993 (3) 1994 (4) 1991
Last Answer : (2) 1993 Explanation: Consumer Protection Act, 1986 is an act of Parliament of India enacted in 1986 to protect interests of consumers in India. The Act was amended in 1991 mainly to ... uninterruptedly. In 1993 the Act was again amended exhaustively to make it more effective and purposeful.
Description : Chapter III of Consumer protection act came in to force on a) 01-07-1987 b) 01-04-1987 c) 01-04-1986 d) 01-07-1986
Last Answer : a) 01-07-1987
Description : Chapter I , II, IV of Consumer protection act came in to force on a) 01-07-1987 b) 01-04-1987 c) 01-04-1986 d) 01-07-1986
Last Answer : b) 01-04-1987
Description : The consumer protection act 1986 amended in 2002 came into force wef a) 15 Apr 2002 b) 15 Mar 2003 c) 15 Apr 2005 d) None of these
Last Answer : b) 15 Mar 2003
Description : The chairman of the district consumer protection council is a) District magistrate b) Collector of the District c) MP of the district d) None of these
Last Answer : b) Collector of the District
Description : The central consumer protection council shall consist of the following members a) The minister in charge of consumer affairs in the central govt, who shall be its chairman b) Such member of other official ... such interest as may be prescribed. c) The Chief justice of high court d) Both A&B
Last Answer : d) Both A&B
Description : The Consumer protection act 1986 extends to a) The whole India b) The whole India except Nagaland tribal area, c) The whole India except Nagaland tribal area and Jammu and Kashmir d) The whole India except Jammu and Kashmir
Last Answer : d) The whole India except Jammu and Kashmir
Description : The Consumer protection act 1986 enacted in a) 15 Jun 2005 b) 24 Oct 1986 c) 24 Dec 1986 d) 1 Jan 1986
Last Answer : c) 24 Dec 1986
Description : The Consumer Protection Act, 1986 provides ______ 1. convenient procedure 2. time limit 3. check on unfair practices 4. all of the above 5. none of these
Last Answer : all of the above
Description : In which of the years, the amendment was made in consumer protection act, 1986. —
Last Answer : 1993
Description : Consumer protection in India is ensured by A. Consumer protection Act, 1946 B. Consumer protection Act, 1986 C. Consumer protection Act, 1990 D. Consumer protection Act, 1968
Last Answer : B. Consumer protection Act, 1986
Description : As per section 2(1)(j) of Consumer Protection Act 1986, 'manufacturer' means a person who (i) makes or manufactures any goods or part thereof (ii) does not make or manufacture any goods but assembles parts thereof made or manufactured by ... B. (i) & (iii) C. (ii) & (ii) D. (i), (ii) & (iii)
Last Answer : D. (i), (ii) & (iii)
Description : The Consumer protection act 1986 extends to A. The whole India B. The whole India except Jammu and Kashmir C. The whole India except Nagaland tribal area D. Both (b) & (c)
Last Answer : B. The whole India except Jammu and Kashmir
Description : The Consumer protection act 1986 enacted in A. 24 Oct 1986 B. 24 Oct 1987 C. 24 Aug 1986 D. 15 June 1986
Last Answer : A. 24 Oct 1986
Description : There are two major categories of laws that directly affect marketing practices: procompetitive legislation and: A)consumer protection legislation B)unfair trade practices laws C)trading standards legislation D)consumer price discrimination legislation
Last Answer : A)consumer protection legislation
Description : The local telephone company sells me a landline connection only if I purchase a handset from them as well. Which of the following rights does this practice violate under the Consumer Protection Act 1986? (1) Right to represent (2) Right to information (3) Right to choose (4) Right to seek redressa
Last Answer : (3) Right to choose
Description : The concept that under a system of free enterprise, it is consumers who decide what goods and services shall be produced and in what quantities is known as (1) Consumer Protection (2) Consumer’s Decision (3) Consumer Preference (4) Consumer’s Sovereignty
Last Answer : Consumer’s Sovereignty
Description : What is the role of consumer forums? -SST 10th
Last Answer : The consumer movement in India has led to the formation of various organisations known as Consumer Forums' or Consumer Protection Councils'. . They guide consumers on how to ... voluntary organisations also receive financial support from the government for creating awareness among the people.
Last Answer : It is a very essential spice with cardamom aroma. Cardamom is called the queen of spices. Cardamom is used to add extra flavor to food. Here are the health benefits you can get from cardamom. Cardamom ... that play a beneficial role for health. Hopefully , from now on you will also use it properly.
Description : What is the myth of protection? [A] It characterizes men as protective and women as protected [B] It is used to justify and shape material security policies [C] It has been challenged by changing gender role in contemporary warfare [D] All of the above
Last Answer : [D] All of the above
Description : Does ending items in cents really play a huge role in consumer decision making?
Last Answer : answer:Ah this is an old, old, very old trick that is often used in the retail industry. For some daft reason, there are lots of people who think that $99.99 (or in my case £s cause they ... industry that provide much of a company's profit. And they think us lowly shelf-stackers don't know squat!
Description : From the economic system's point of view, the role of marketing intermediaries is to transform: A. raw products into finished products. B. consumer needs into producer needs. C. ... product desires. D. assortments of products made by producers into the assortments wanted by consumers.
Last Answer : D. assortments of products made by producers into the assortments wanted by consumers.
Description : A housewife requests a new treadmill for her birthday. With respect to consumer decision roles, which role is the housewife currently playing? A. Initiator B. Influencer C. Decider D. Buyer E. Gatekeeper
Last Answer : A. Initiator