The Consumer Protection Act of 2019, replacing the 1986 law, focuses on contemporary consumer issues in India. It defines consumers and outlines the role of consumer forums, emphasizes the avenues for filing complaints, the process, and the timeline for resolution.
The Delhi High Court rejected a plea to extend parole for a convict serving a 182-year prison sentence in a graft case linked to 344 complaints from home buyers. The court emphasized that parole is a privilege, not to be extended indefinitely for settlement efforts. The petitioner’s appeals were dismissed due to alleged misappropriation of funds.
The Supreme Court on Thursday has been presented with a plea challenging the inclusion of advocate services under the ambit of the Consumer Protection Act. This case, represented by the Bar of Indian Lawyers, has sparked a significant debate on the nature of legal services and their classification as a consumer service. Also Read- Supreme […]
