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    Question

    Four statements are given below labelled 1), 2), 3), 4) and 5). Among these, four statements are in logical order and form a coherent paragraph/passage. From the given options choose the option that does not fit into the theme of the passage.

    1. To protect consumers, the Centre on Tuesday banned direct selling companies like Tupperware, Amway and Oriflame from promoting pyramid or money circulation schemes, as it notified new rules for the industry to be complied with within 90 days.

    2. The government announced the Atmanirbhar Bharat scheme to stimulate domestic production, even as it offered a host of schemes aimed at exporters.

    3. Now, such companies will also be liable for the grievances arising out of the sale of goods or services by its direct sellers.

    4. The Consumer Protection (Direct Selling) Rules, 2021, as notified by the nodal consumer affairs ministry are to be complied with by both direct selling entities and direct sellers using e-commerce platforms for sale.

    5. As per the new rules, state governments will have to set up a mechanism to monitor or supervise the activities of direct sellers and direct selling entities.

    A 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 5 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    All sentences, except 2 talk about direct selling companies and the new rules related to it. 2 talks about Atmanirbhar Bharat scheme, which is different from these.

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