Question
Download Solution PDFAs per Consumer Protection Rules, 2021, National Commission shall have jurisdiction to entertain complaints where value of the goods or services paid as consideration exceeds _________.
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is rupees two crore.
Key Points
- Consumer Protection Rules, 2021:-
- The Consumer Protection Rules, 2021 were notified by the Central Government on July 22, 2021.
- They were framed under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, which replaced the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
- As per Consumer Protection Rules, 2021, National Commission shall have jurisdiction to entertain complaints where value of the goods or services paid as consideration exceeds two crore rupees.
- The previous pecuniary jurisdiction of the National Commission was one crore rupees, but it was increased to two crore rupees by the Consumer Protection Rules, 2021.
- This means that consumers can now file complaints with the National Commission for grievances involving goods or services worth more than two crore rupees.
Additional Information
- National Commission:-
- It is the highest consumer forum in India, and it has the power to award compensation, order replacement of goods, and refund of money to consumers.
- It can also issue directions to businesses to stop unfair practices.
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