SHORT ANSWER:
There are three tiers of consumer forums in India: District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, and National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission.
DETAILS:
- District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum handles complaints up to ₹20 lakhs.
- State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission deals with complaints between ₹20 lakhs and ₹1 crore.
- National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission addresses complaints exceeding ₹1 crore.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Consumer forums can order compensation, removal of defects, and other remedies as per the Consumer Protection Act.
SOURCE:
- Consumer Protection Act, 2019
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