Issues of Environment Flashcards
what is mean by ecosystem ?
An ecosystem is dynamic and complex on whole , Interacting as an ecological unit . It is characterised by energy and matter flowing between the different element that compose it
biotic environment means
consists Living organism
Human beings , animals , birds etc
Abiotic environment
Land , air , water ,sun light
what is mean by consumer education ?
Consumer education means making consumer aware of their rights and duties . A consumer is a person who pay price for a Product and use it
Aims of Consumer education
To reduce waste of natural resources
to encourage recycling / reuse of materials
to create wise and eco friendly consumers
benefits to consumer
Encourages critical thinking so consumers can perform more efficiently
Promotes self confidence and independence in consumers
Imparts life skills needed for success in everyday life
Fosters value such as Saving money , planning , budgeting
Improves the quality of life
Benefits to Business
satisfies consumer
increases sales
benefits to society
Enhances awareness of Public
Promotes stability in Society
Right to safety
before purchasing consumer should insists on product quality and guarantee
They should Purchase products with Quality marks such as AGMARK , ISI
Right to be informed
Right to be informed about Quality , quantity , purity , potency , standard , price of goods
by getting all such info consumers can protect themselves from unfair trade practices
Right to choose
Right to be assured when ever possible , of access to a variety of goods and services at competitive price
Right to be heard
It means consumer interest must receive the consideration at appropriate forums
It also include right to be represented at various forums
Right to seek redressal :
It means right to seek redressal against unfair trade practices or unscrupulous exploitation of consumers
Right to consumer education :
It means right to acquire the knowledge and skill to be an informed consumer
consumer must not only know but also exercise their rights
Consumers are exploited mainly due to their ignorance and indifference
Duties of consumer :
While Purchasing goods and services , check their quality and insist on warranty card
Consumer should buy products marked with ISI , AGMARK
Ask for cashmemo for the items purchased
Form consumer association to create awareness and represent consumers in various committees formed to deal with matters relating to consumers
make complain for their genuine grievances . Even if the value of goods is small its influence in the society is large
Consumer must know and exercise their rights
