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Section 20 Consumer Protection Act — Power of Central Authority to recall goods, etc

The Consumer Protection Act, 2019 · Official PDF page 17

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20. Power of Central Authority to recall goods, etc .—Where the Central Authority is satisfied on the basis of investigation that there is sufficient evidence to show violation of consumer rights or unfair trade practice by a person, it may pass such order as may be necessary, including—

(a) recalling of goods or withdrawal of services which are dangerous, hazardous or unsafe;

(b) reimbursement of the prices of goods or services so recalled to purchasers of such goods or services; and

(c) discontinuation of practices which are unfair and prejudicial to consumers’ interest:

Provided that the Central Authority shall give the person an opportunity of being heard before passing an order under this section.

Text extracted from the official PDF (India Code source edition; cover states: 1st September, 2026). Line breaks and footnote marks may differ; the PDF is the authority.

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