Question

Which of the following cannot file a complaint under the consumer protection act 2019?

• A. An ignorant consumer
• B. A person who obtains the goods without any consideration
• C. Legal heir of a deceased consumer.
• D. Central government

Hint:

Consumers must be aware of their rights under the Consumer Protection Act to be able to file valid complaints.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the question.
The question asks which individual cannot file a complaint under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019.
Step 2: Analyzing the options.
- An ignorant consumer: An ignorant consumer may not have the legal standing to file a complaint as ignorance does not absolve them from being a responsible consumer under the Act.
- A person who obtains the goods without any consideration: Such a person cannot be considered a consumer under the Act.
- Legal heir of a deceased consumer: The legal heir can file a complaint on behalf of the deceased consumer.
- Central government: The government can file complaints on behalf of consumers to ensure protection.
Step 3: Conclusion.
The correct answer is An ignorant consumer, as ignorance is not a valid reason to prevent or justify a complaint.
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