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The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 & Product Liability

The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 replaced older 1986 statutes to provide robust, modernized protections in e-commerce and product safety.

1. Core Redressal Commission Jurisdictions

Redressal Forum Pecuniary Jurisdiction
District Commission Claims up to Rs. 50 Lakhs
State Commission Claims between Rs. 50 Lakhs to Rs. 2 Crores
National Commission Claims exceeding Rs. 2 Crores

2. Product Liability: Chapter VI

A groundbreaking addition where a consumer can claim compensation against a Product Manufacturer, Service Provider, or Seller for harm caused by defective products, holding them strictly liable without needing to prove direct negligence.