Chapter III - Central Consumer Protection Authority
Section 25
Section 25: Grants by Central Government
Parliamentary appropriation enables Central Government grants to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA); this is a public funding provision, not a grant application route for traders.
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This article is for general information. Refer to the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 official text for the official provisions. If you need professional advice for your situation, contact Bizeneed.
Statutory text
Bare law
The Central Government may, after due appropriation made by Parliament by law in this behalf, make to the Central Authority grants of such sums of money as that Government may think fit for being utilised for the purposes of this Act.
Introduction
Budget and account for the grant through government and Authority finance controls. Do not treat a grant as authority to bypass the statutory appropriation process.
Key takeaways
Who and when
Parliamentary appropriation enables Central Government grants to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA); this is a public funding provision, not a grant application route for traders.
Operational step
Identify whether the proposed expenditure falls within the CCPA’s functions under the Act.
Boundary
Do not present this provision as a source of direct business subsidies.
When the section matters
Parliamentary appropriation enables Central Government grants to the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA); this is a public funding provision, not a grant application route for traders.
Practical steps
Identify whether the proposed expenditure falls within the CCPA’s functions under the Act. Budget and account for the grant through government and Authority finance controls. Keep grant use distinct from penalties, consumer compensation and any Consumer Welfare Fund credit.
- Identify whether the proposed expenditure falls within the CCPA’s functions under the Act.
- Budget and account for the grant through government and Authority finance controls.
- Keep grant use distinct from penalties, consumer compensation and any Consumer Welfare Fund credit.
Example
A CCPA programme to monitor misleading advertisements can be funded through an appropriated central grant, with expenditure recorded under the Authority’s accounts.
Official sources
Practical checklist
Do
- Identify whether the proposed expenditure falls within the CCPA’s functions under the Act.
- Budget and account for the grant through government and Authority finance controls.
- Keep grant use distinct from penalties, consumer compensation and any Consumer Welfare Fund credit.
Avoid
- Do not present this provision as a source of direct business subsidies.
- Do not treat a grant as authority to bypass the statutory appropriation process.
Glossary
- Parliamentary appropriation
- Legislative authorisation for public spending that must precede the Central Government grant described here.
Frequently asked questions
Can a private consumer or business demand a grant under section 25?
No. It authorises grants from the Central Government to the CCPA after parliamentary appropriation.
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Contact BizeneedLast updated 10 October 2026