Allegations of Misleading Ads & Origin Details Fall Under Consumer Protection Act: CCI

XYZ Vs Woodman Electronics India Private Limited (Competition Commission of India) Competition Commission of India (CCI) reviewed a case filed by an individual under Section 19(1)(a) of the Competition Act, 2002, against Woodman Electronics India Private Limited. The Informant alleged anti-competitive practices and misleading marketing by the company, including failure to disclose the country of origin (COO) of its products and the use of deceptive slogans like “India Ka Apna Brand.” Claims were also made about the company’s dominance in the aftermarket car stereo segment and its...