THE SECRETARY MINISTRY OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS vs DR. MAHINDRA BHASKAR LIMAYE

The Supreme Court examined the validity of certain rules under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, which were challenged for being arbitrary, unreasonable, and violative of Article 14 of the Indian Constitution. The Court analyzed whether the eligibility criteria for appointment of State Commission Chairpersons and Members, as prescribed in Rules 3(2)(b), 4(2)(c), and 6(9), were justified. It upheld the rules, emphasizing the importance of qualifications and experience for such appointments, and held that the rules did not violate constitutional principles.