Section 54 of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019
Composition of National Commission.
The National Commission shall consist of--
- (a)a President; and
- (b)not less than four and not more than such number of members as may be prescribed.
Summary
- The National Commission must have one President.
- There must be at least four other members in the Commission.
- The Central Government decides the maximum number of members the Commission can have.
- This structure ensures there are enough members to form the Benches that hear cases.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. How many people sit on the National Commission?
It consists of a President and at least four members.
2. Can the number of members be increased if there are many cases?
Yes, the Central Government can prescribe a higher number of members as needed.
3. Is there always a President for the Commission?
Yes, the law requires the Commission to have a President.
Test yourself
1.According to Section 54 of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, what is the minimum number of members (excluding the President) required for the National Commission?
2.Who has the authority to prescribe the maximum number of members for the National Commission under Section 54?
3.Under Section 54 of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019, which official must be part of the National Commission?
4.If the National Commission currently has a President and three members, is it properly composed under Section 54 of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019?