Question : Which court has the power to hear appeals against the orders of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission?
Option 1: High Court
Option 2: District Court
Option 3: Supreme Court
Option 4: Consumer Appellate Tribunal
Correct Answer: High Court
Solution : The correct answer is (a) High Court.
The High Court has the power to hear appeals against the orders of the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission (National Commission). If any party to a dispute is aggrieved by the decision or order of the National Commission, they can file an appeal in the respective High Court within the jurisdiction where the National Commission is located.
The High Court serves as the appellate authority in consumer disputes, hearing appeals against the decisions of the National Commission. The appeal must be filed within a specified period from the date of the order or decision of the National Commission, as per the rules and procedures prescribed by the court.