Consumer Disputes Redressal Mechanism
The Consumer Disputes Redressal Mechanism in India is a framework designed to protect consumers' rights, resolve grievances, and ensure fair treatment in the marketplace.
National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission
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- Established in accordance with the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (NCDRC) operates as a quasi-judicial body.
- Founded in 1988, it operates from its headquarters in New Delhi.
- A retired or sitting Supreme Court judge leads the NCDRC.
- The primary aim of the NCDRC, alongside state commissions and district fora, is to ensure the prompt, cost-effective, and concise resolution of consumer complaints and disputes.
- Presently chaired by Justice R. ....
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