STATE OF HARYANA vs NATIONAL CONSUMER AWARENESS GROUP .

The Supreme Court interpreted Section 16(1)(a) of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986, regarding the statutory consultation with the Chief Justice of the High Court for appointing the President of the State Commission. The Court held that such consultation is mandatory and must be adhered to in the appointment process, emphasizing the importance of judicial input in consumer dispute resolution mechanisms. The judgment clarified the procedural requirements for appointments under the Act, reinforcing the legislative intent to ensure qualified leadership in consumer fora.