Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) Context: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has initiated regulatory actions against the unauthorized online sale and advertisement of hazardous chemicals, explosives, and their associated precursors on digital platforms. This action has been undertaken under the provisions of the 'Consumer Protection Act, 2019,' with the aim of strengthening consumer protection, public safety, and responsible e-commerce practices. In this regard, notices have been issued to major e-commerce platforms concerning the listing and sale of regulated substances including Ammonium Nitrate, Gunpowder, Picric Acid, and Pentaerythritol Tetranitrate. About the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) The CCPA is a regulatory body established in 2020 under the provisions of the 'Consumer Protection Act, 2019.' The CCPA functions under the administrative control of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. Composition The Authority consists of a Chief Commissioner as its head, along with two other Commissioners as members. Powers and Functions To investigate or inquire into matters related to violations of consumer rights or unfair trade practices—either *suo motu* (on its own initiative), based on a complaint received, or upon the direction of the Central Government. Imposition of a fine of up to ₹10 lakh and imprisonment for up to two years on manufacturers or endorsers who publish false and misleading advertisements. This fine amount may be extended up to ₹50 lakh, and the imprisonment up to five years. Filing of complaints regarding violations of consumer rights or unfair trade practices with the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, the State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, and the National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission. Ken-Betwa Link Project Context: Presiding over the 51st PRAGATI meeting held in New Delhi, the Prime Minister noted that the Ken-Betwa project should serve as a model for resolving inter-state water disputes through cooperation, timely clearances, technology-based monitoring, and planned implementation.…
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Women Empowerment Committee Context : Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has constituted the 'Women Empowerment Committee'. Dr. Takkupati Purandeswari has been appointed as the Chairperson of this Committee. About Women Empowerment Committee The 'Women Empowerment Committee' was first constituted on 29 April 1997 during the tenure of the 11th Lok Sabha. Membership The Committee has a total of 30 members; 20 members are appointed from the Lok Sabha and 10 members from the Rajya Sabha. The term of office of the Committee shall not exceed one year; the Committee is reconstituted every year. Functions of the Committee To consider the reports submitted by the National Commission for Women, to report on the steps to be taken by the Union Government to improve the status and livelihood of women in matters falling within the jurisdiction of the Union Government (including the administration of Union Territories). To examine the steps taken by the Union Government to ensure equality, due status and dignity of women in all fields. To examine the steps taken by the Union Government to provide full education to women and to provide them with adequate representation in legislative bodies, government services and other sectors. To report on the functioning of welfare schemes for women To report on the action taken by the Union Government and the administrations of the Union Territories on the measures recommended by the Committee. To examine such other matters as the Committee may consider appropriate, or such other matters as may be specially referred to it by the Lok Sabha/Speaker and the Rajya Sabha/Chairman of the State Houses of Parliament for its consideration. Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) Context : The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed fines on coaching institutes for false advertisements and unfair trade practices. The Central Consumer Protection Authority…
