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The Indian consumer movement began as a response to
Arampant food shortages, adulteration and unfair trade practices
Bindependence from British rule
Crising electricity costs only
Dhigh taxes
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. rampant food shortages, adulteration and unfair trade practices
1. Consumer movement in India grew from concerns over food shortages, adulteration and unfair trade.
2. Hoarding, black-marketing and inadequate quality were rampant.
3. Led eventually to the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.
_Source: NCERT Class 10 Understanding Economic Development, Ch 5 "Consumer Rights"_
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