SHORT ANSWER:
The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 includes specific provisions for e-commerce and online transactions that were not present in the 1986 Act.
DETAILS:
- Introduces provisions for e-commerce entities to ensure transparency and accountability.
- Mandates that e-commerce platforms must provide information about sellers, including their contact details.
- Requires e-commerce companies to have a grievance redressal mechanism.
- Empowers consumers to file complaints against misleading advertisements and unfair trade practices online.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Penalties for non-compliance with the provisions can include fines and imprisonment for repeat offenders.
SOURCE:
- Consumer Protection Act, 2019
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