Introduction
In a significant legislative development, the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2023 (“Bill”), was passed in the Lok Sabha on June 27, 2023 and subsequently in the Rajya Sabha on August 2, 2023. The aim of this Bill is to enhance the ease of living and ease of doing business in India. Under this Bill, several provisions across 42 Central Acts administered by 19 ministries or departments are proposed to be amended or decriminalized. This article focuses on the amendments made to the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, which falls under the Department of Consumer Affairs.
About the Legal Metrology Act, 2009
The Legal Metrology Act, 2009 aims to establish standards for weights and measures and regulate trade and commerce concerning goods sold or distributed by weight, measure, or number. This Act plays a crucial role in safeguarding the rights of consumers and ensuring fair trade practices in India.
Proposed Amendments in the Legal Metrology Act
Conclusion
The Bill significantly modifies penalties under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009, by replacing imprisonment with higher fines for various offenses related to non-standard weights, measures, and units. These amendments aim to deter non-compliance, promote fair trade practices, and contribute to ease of doing business in India.
–Ms. Shrutika Barabde, Associate
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