Which of the following powers does NOT belong to the

Solution

The CCPA is established under Section 10 as a regulatory and quasi-judicial body with powers to: (i) inquire into violations suo moto or on complaint (Section 18); (ii) issue directions to cease unfair practices; (iii) recall products and order reimbursement; (iv) impose penalties; and (v) file class-action suits. However, the CCPA cannot directly adjudicate individual consumer complaints or pass binding orders in consumer disputes. That function is reserved for the three-tier consumer forums (District, State, National Commissions). The CCPA acts as a regulatory authority addressing systemic violations, misleading practices affecting consumers as a class, and enforcement of consumer rights at the macro level. Individual complaints must be filed with the appropriate consumer commission.