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What are the measures taken by the Government of Tamil Nadu to protect the consumers?

Measures taken by the Government of Tamil Nadu:

1. Citizen Consumer Clubs have been established in every educational institution to spread awareness among the students.


2. In rural areas, consumer education has been provided through Women Self Help Groups and the Panchayat. In urban areas, it has been done through Residents Welfare Association.


3. The government publishes a monthly magazine named ‘Tamil Nadu Nugarvor Kavasom’ for information about consumer protection. There have been workshops and seminars too.


4. Consumer awareness messages have been spread to reach the public through short radio and television ad videos.


5. Various organizations have also joined hands with the government to improve consumer education and making every citizen a ‘Valuable Consumer”.


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