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Write about five important consumer legislations.

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To protect the consumers from the unfair traders, the government passed various legislative Acts. 

They are follows:

1. The Indian Contract Act, 1982 was passed to bind the people on the promise made in the contract. 

2. The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 protects the consumers against artificial shortages created by the sellers by hoarding the goods. 

3. The Prevention of Food Adulteration Act, 1954 checks the adulteration of food articles and ensures purity of goods supplied. 

4. Weights and Measures Act, 1958 protects the consumer against malpractices of underweight or under measurement.

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