Section 89 in Consumer Protection Act, 2019

 

Section 89 in Consumer Protection Act, 2019

89. Punishment for false or misleading advertisement.

- Any manufacturer or service provider who causes a false or misleading advertisement to be made which is prejudicial to the interest of consumers shall be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years and with fine which may extend to ten lakh rupees; and for every subsequent offence, be punished with imprisonment for a term which may extend to five years and with fine which may extend to fifty lakh rupees.