Multiple choice

Directions: Read the following statements and give the correct explanation with the help of the codes given below.

Assertion (A): A wooden chair, while being used by a guest, caused an injury to him due to defective manufacture. The guest is entitled to claim damages from the manufacturer. Reason (R): The manufacturer owes a duty to take care only towards the lawful buyer under the Consumer Protection Act.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).

  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).

  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The guest will succeed in recovering the damages. Manufacturer is duty bound to take care of the ultimate user.