E-commerce guidelines to be mandatory under consumer protection law

E-COMMERCE GUIDELINES For: Preliminary & Mains Topics covered: Guidelines for e-commerce firms Consumer Protection Act   News Flash Guidelines for e-commerce firms aimed at protecting consumer interests would become mandatory under the new Consumer Protection Act. As per the draft guidelines, the companies are required to submit a self-declaration to the ministry stating that it is conforming with the guideline.   Features and draft guidelines The guidelines will be applicable on all business-to-consumer (B2C) e-commerce…

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