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A consumer wants to file a complaint with the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission against a faulty air conditioner. List the documents the consumer must prepare before filing and explain why each is required.

medium 2 marks Class 12 · Business Studies · Consumer Protection
Answer
Proof of purchase, warranty card, repair invoices, photographs of damage, and a written complaint letter.

The correct answer is Proof of purchase, warranty card, repair invoices, photographs of damage, and a written complaint letter. — These documents collectively establish the consumer’s claim and evidence for the commission.

Step-by-step solution

  1. Prepare a clear written complaint letter stating facts and relief sought.
  2. Attach proof of purchase to establish the transaction.
  3. Include the warranty card to show that the product was covered by the seller’s warranty.
  4. Provide repair invoices or quotations to prove the cost of repair or loss.
  5. Attach photographs of the damaged area to substantiate the loss claim.
  6. These documents collectively establish the consumer’s claim and evidence for the commission.
Common mistake: Omitting proof of purchase or repair invoices

Concept tested: Filing procedure for consumer complaints

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