7. Objects of the Authority

The objects of the Authority shall be—

to protect consumers against the marketing of goods or the provision of services which are hazardous to life and property of consumers ;

to protect consumers against unfair trade practices and guarantee that consumers interest shall be given due consideration ;

to ensure that wherever possible consumers have adequate access to goods and services at competitive prices ; and

to seek redress against unfair trade practices, restrictive trade practices or any other forms of exploitation of consumers by traders.