Why does the law require manufacturers to display product-related information on packaging? How does this protect consumers in their everyday purchases?
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Model Answer
The law requires manufacturers to display product information — such as ingredients, price (MRP), date of manufacture, expiry date, and manufacturer's address — because consumers have the right to be informed about the goods they purchase.
This protects consumers in the following ways:
- If a product is found defective within the expiry period, the consumer can demand a replacement or compensation.
- The printed MRP prevents overcharging; consumers can even bargain below MRP.
- If medicines are sold after expiry, strict legal action can be taken against the seller.
- Without such information, manufacturers could deny responsibility by blaming shopkeepers.
Source: Consumer Rights, Chapter 5 — Information about Goods and Services
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Explanation
- The examiner expects you to state why the law mandates this (Right to Information) and then give specific examples of how it protects consumers (expiry date, MRP, compensation).
- Three marks = one clear reason + two or three protective uses. Avoid vague statements like "it is helpful" — always give a concrete example from the passage.
- Key terms to use: Right to be informed, MRP, expiry date, compensation/replacement.