Question

Under Section 2(1)(f) of Consumer Protection Act 1986, defect is meant by any fault, imperfection or shortcomings in ..................in relation to the goods

• A. Quality and Quantity
• B. Potency
• C. Purity or standard
• D. All of the above

Hint:

Defects in goods under the Consumer Protection Act include issues with quality, quantity, potency, and purity.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Understanding Defect under the Consumer Protection Act.
Section 2(1)(f) of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986 defines a defect in goods as any fault, imperfection, or shortcoming related to the quality, quantity, potency, purity, or standard of the goods.

Step 2: Explanation of Other Options.
- (a) Quality and Quantity are part of the definition but do not cover the full extent of the term defect. - (b) and (c) Potency and Purity are also key aspects considered in defining defects under the Act.

Step 3: Conclusion.
All of the above factors contribute to the definition of a defect in relation to goods under the Consumer Protection Act.