With reference to the Consumer Disputes Redressal at district level in India, which one of the following statements is not correct? (UPSC Prelims 2010)

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Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (effective July 2020), the District Commission handles complaints up to ₹1 crore, replacing the earlier ₹50 lakhs limit under the 1986 Act. Option (c) is incorrect as it cites the outdated limit. Section 34 confirms pecuniary jurisdiction up to ₹1 crore. State Governments may establish multiple District Forums (Section 28). At least one woman member is required (Section 29). Central and State Governments can file complaints representing public interest (Section 35).

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The District Forum entertains the complaints where the value of goods or services does not exceed rupees fifty lakhs Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (effective July 2020), the District Commission handles complaints up to ₹1 crore, replacing the earlier ₹50 lakhs limit under the 1986 Act. Option (c) is incorrect as it cites the outdated limit. Section 34 confirms pecuniary jurisdiction up to ₹1 crore. State Governments may establish multiple District Forums (Section 28). At least one woman member is required (Section 29). Central and State Governments can file complaints representing public interest (Section 35).

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