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section 89 of the consumer protection act 2019


14-Jun-2025 (In Consumer Court Law)
whether section 89 of the consumer protection act 2019 can be invoked against the opposite party (matrimonial website) for uploading and sharing fake fraudulent profile ?
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Section 89 of the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, applies to fake profiles on matrimonial websites as misleading advertisements. It imposes liability on the opposite party, with penalties including up to 2 years imprisonment and a ₹10 lakh fine for the first offense. Consumers can seek redressal through the CCPA or District Forum.
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