Consumer protection bill aims to reduce cost of litigation: Govt

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Press Trust of India New Delhi
Last Updated : Dec 24 2018 | 7:25 PM IST

The consumer protection bill, passed by the Lok Sabha last week, has numerous provisions to reduce the cost and time of litigation, Minister of State for Consumer Affairs C R Chaudhary said Monday.

The bill, which aims to replace the prevailing Consumer Protection Act of 1986, will be placed before the Rajya Sabha for the passage.

Addressing on the occasion of National Consumer Day, Chaudhary said, "Quick disposal of cases is essential as justice delayed is justice denied and for this purpose quasi-judicial system is being strengthened and streamlined."

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First Published: Dec 24 2018 | 7:25 PM IST

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