What do you think should be the role of government to protect consumers?

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Philoid · Accepted Answer

The government is responsible for creating market places that are fair, efficient and competitive for producers, traders and consumers. Ministry of consumer affairs is responsible to protect the consumers.

The Indian government paid vital role for consumer protection by enacting various rules and regulations such as:

1) Consumer protection act, 1986.

2) Certification marks such as ISI for industrial goods, AGMARK for agricultural products etc., provides quality assurance of goods and services.

3) Consumer courts

4) Prevention of Black Marketing and Maintenance of Essential Commodities Act,