Legal Metrology Act

Why it matters

• Protects consumer rights by preventing trade malpractices related to underweight or mislabeled goods.
• Ensures fair trade practices by standardizing measurement units across the national market.
• Facilitates international trade by aligning national measurement standards with global benchmarks.
• Empowers regulatory authorities to conduct inspections and verify the compliance of weighing and measuring instruments.

How it is asked

Focus on its role in consumer protection, the enforcement mechanisms for market surveillance, and the integration of technical standards into national economic governance.