Question

What is the quorum required to conduct the proceedings of the District Forum?
1. The President only
2. The President and at least one member
3. The President and all members
4. Members only

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 2 : The President and at least one member

The correct answer is option 2.

• District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum (DCDRF):
  • These are also known as district forums.
  • These forums are established by the state government in every district to deal with cases of complaints valuing up to Rs 5 lakh.
  • It has the power of a civil court.
  • The consumer protection Act, 1986 provides for the establishment of consumer protection councils at the state and district level to advise and assist the consumers in seeking and enforcing their rights.
  • Primarily, the Quorum of the District Consumer Forum is President and two Members and in exceptional cases, if one of the Member is absent, District Consumer Forum can consist of the President and one Member, who can clearly dispose of the cases by hearing the matters before them.