Answer:
(a)
The consumer movement in India has led to the formation of various
organisations locally known as consumer forums or consumer protection councils.
(b) Following are the importance or functions of consumer forums
(i) They guide consumers on how to file cases in the
consumer court.
(ii) On many occasions, they also represent individual
consumers in the consumer courts.
(iii) These voluntary organisations also receive financial
support from the government for creating awareness among the people.
(iv) It works for the protection of the consumer rights.
(v) It imparts knowledge about consumer rights by writing
articles and getting it published in newspaper.
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