PIL aims to protect the rights of individuals and groups who are unable to access justice due to poverty, social marginalization, or lack of resources.

The case of Olga Tellis v. Bombay Municipal Corporation (1985) is widely regarded as the foundation of PIL in India. It recognized the right of public-spirited individuals to file petitions on behalf of those whose rights are being violated.

The primary role of the judiciary in PIL cases is to interpret and enforce the law, ensuring that the rights of individuals and groups are protected.

The Consumer Protection Act, 1986 does not explicitly include the right to be heard as a consumer right. However, it does provide for the establishment of consumer courts and commissions, which offer consumers a platform to voice their grievances and seek redressal.

The primary purpose of Consumer Protection Councils is to promote consumer awareness and education, empowering consumers to make informed choices and protect their rights.

Imprisonment of the seller is not a remedy available to consumers under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. The Act provides for monetary compensation, replacement of defective goods, or repair of defective services as appropriate remedies.

Class action lawsuits are significant in consumer protection as they allow multiple consumers with similar grievances to file a single lawsuit, reducing the cost of litigation and increasing the chances of obtaining favorable judgments.

Consumer Protection Councils are not a consumer dispute redressal mechanism established under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. They are responsible for promoting consumer awareness and education.

Consumers have a period of 2 years from the date of purchase to file a consumer complaint under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.

Violation of consumer rights is not a specific type of consumer complaint that can be filed under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. However, it may be included as part of a complaint related to defective goods, deficient services, or unfair trade practices.

Consumer organizations play a crucial role in protecting consumer interests by educating consumers about their rights and responsibilities, advocating for consumer-friendly policies and regulations, and providing legal assistance to consumers.

Paying for goods and services in advance is not a responsibility of consumers under the Consumer Protection Act, 1986. Consumers have the right to pay for goods and services after they have been delivered or performed.

Consumer awareness is significant in protecting consumer interests as it empowers consumers to make informed choices, helps them identify and avoid unfair trade practices, and encourages businesses to adopt ethical practices.

The financial condition of the seller is not a factor considered in determining the compensation awarded to consumers in consumer disputes. The compensation is determined based on the nature and extent of the loss or injury suffered, the mental agony and suffering caused to the consumer, and the cost of litigation incurred by the consumer.

PIL is important in protecting consumer interests as it provides a platform for consumers to voice their grievances, enables public-spirited individuals to file petitions on behalf of consumers, and compels the government and businesses to address consumer issues.