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Acting on a Central Government direction, the Central Authority inquires into a chain of electronics retailers for alleged unfair trade practices. Which statement about the Authority's inquiry power and composition under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 is correct?

The Authority may inquire or cause an investigation suo motu, on a complaint, or on Central Government directions, and it consists of a Chief Commissioner plus such other Commissioners as are prescribed. The Minister-led advisory body is the Central Council, a separate entity.

  1. AIt may inquire or cause an inquiry or investigation, suo motu, on a complaint, or on directions from the Central Government; it consists of a Chief Commissioner and such other Commissioners as prescribedCorrect
  2. BIt may inquire only on a written complaint; it is headed by the Minister-in-charge of Consumer Affairs
  3. CIt may inquire only suo motu; its headquarters must be in Mumbai
  4. DIt may inquire only on Central Government directions; it is an advisory body of official and non-official members

Explanation

Section 18(2)(a) permits inquiry or investigation suo motu, on a complaint, or on Central Government directions. Section 10(2) says the Authority consists of a Chief Commissioner and other prescribed Commissioners. The Minister chairs the advisory Central Council, not the Authority, and headquarters are in the National Capital Region.

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