The Consumer Protection Act came into force first on:

Correct option is C

The Consumer Protection Act, 1986 (CPA) was enacted to protect the rights and interests of consumers in India. It provides a mechanism for consumers to seek redressal against unfair trade practices, defective goods, and deficient services.
Key Facts About the Consumer Protection Act, 1986:
1. Date of Enactment: The Act was passed by Parliament on 24 December 1986.
2. Date of Commencement: The Act came into force on 1 July 1987.
3. Objective:
· To provide protection against unfair trade practices.
· To ensure consumer rights such as right to safety, right to information, right to choose, right to be heard, right to redress, and right to consumer education.
· To establish consumer dispute redressal forums at district, state, and national levels.
4. Amendments:
· The Act was amended in 1991, 1993, and 2002 to strengthen consumer rights.
· Consumer Protection Act, 2019 replaced the 1986 Act and came into effect on 20 July 2020.
Thus, the correct answer is (c) 24 December, 1986, as that was the date of enactment of the Consumer Protection Act, 1986.