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Q: Consider the following : 1. Right to be informed 2. Right to choose 3. Right to seek redressal Which of the above is/are the rights included in the Consumer Protection Act ?

1, 2 and 3. ***1, 2 and 3*** - The **Consumer Protection Act (CPA)** grants consumers several fundamental rights to ensure fair treatment in the marketplace. - These rights include the right to **be informed** about the quality, quantity, potency, purity, standard, and price of goods or services, the right to **choose** from a variety of goods and services at competitive prices, and the right to **seek redressal** against unfair trade practices or exploitation. *1 only* - While the **right to be informed** is a crucial aspect of consumer protection, it is not the sole right provided under the Consumer Protection Act. - The Act encompasses a broader set of rights designed to empower consumers. *2 and 3 only* - The **right to choose** and the **right to seek redressal** are indeed part of the Consumer Protection Act. - However, this option omits the equally important **right to be informed**, which is a foundational element of consumer protection. *1 and 2 only* - The **right to be informed** and the **right to choose** are significant consumer rights. - This option, however, overlooks the **right to seek redressal**, which is vital for consumers to obtain justice against unfair practices. [Practice more Forensic Medicine PYQs on OnCourse]

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Consider the following : 1. Right to be informed 2. Right to choose 3. Right to seek redressal Which of the above is/are the rights included in the Consumer Protection Act ?