Consumer Protection, Corporate Responsibility and Social Impact

Consumer Protection, Corporate Responsibility and Social Impact offers an in-depth exploration of the evolving relationship between businesses, consumers, and society in today?s dynamic marketplace. The book examines how legal frameworks, ethical obligations, and responsible business practices shape consumer rights and corporate conduct. It highlights the transformative role of transparency, accountability, and sustainability in modern corporate ecosystems, while analysing the challenges faced in ensuring fair trade, informed choice, and social welfare. By integrating legal perspectives with ethical and socio-economic insights, the book provides a balanced understanding of how corporate actions influence consumer well-being and broader societal outcomes.

• Detailed examination of consumer protection laws, enforcement mechanisms, and emerging regulatory trends.
• Insights into corporate responsibility, sustainability, ethical business practices, and stakeholder governance.
• Discussion on deceptive practices, unfair trade, product liability, and consumer grievance redressal systems.
• Explores the social impact of corporate policies, CSR initiatives, and corporate accountability frameworks.
• Integrates case studies and real-world examples to illustrate contemporary issues and practical implications.
• Written in a clear, analytical format suitable for academic and professional use.

This book is ideal for students and researchers of consumer law, corporate law, business ethics, and public policy who seek to understand the intersection of corporate conduct and consumer rights.

CHAPTER 1

• Title: Embedding ESG Principles in Consumer Protection Law: A Study of The Consumer Protection Act, 2019

• Author: Dr. Neha Mishra

• Page: 1

CHAPTER 2

• Title: The Fine Print: Navigating Media Ethics and Law in The Indian Marketplace

• Author: Dr. Kasturi Bhagat

• Page: 24

CHAPTER 3

• Title: Regulating Intelligence: Legal Challenges and Policy Imperatives for AI-Driven Consumer Dispute Resolution in India

• Author: Dr. Atul Jain

• Page: 38

CHAPTER 4

• Title: Growth of Consumer Protection Laws in India: A Legislative and Judicial Perspective

• Authors: Mousumi Hozra and Sudip Kumar Khan

• Page: 53

CHAPTER 5

• Title: Smart Contracts and Labour Regulation: Reimagining Fair-Trade Enforcement in Blockchain-Driven Global Supply Chains

• Authors: Sagnik Chakraborty and Maitrayee Sadhu

• Page: 73

CHAPTER 6

• Title: Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Ethical Business Models

• Authors: Govinda Pandey and Anupriya Singh

• Page: 98

CHAPTER 7

• Title: From Clicks to Consequences: Analysing Consumer Privacy Risks in the Age of Social Commerce

• Authors: Rituparna Halder and Bulbul Roychowdhury (Ghosh)

• Page: 117

CHAPTER 8

• Title: Medical Negligence and Legal Remedies with Special Emphasis on Consumer Protection Law

• Author: Krishna Ghosh

• Page: 139

CHAPTER 9

• Title: The Contribution of Migratory Labour in Economics: An Analysis from the Legal Point

• Author: Jiban Kundu

• Page: 155

CHAPTER 10

• Title: Judicial Activism and The Protection of Constitutional Rights of Labour

• Authors: Ms. Senali Trivedi and Dr. Suja Nayar

• Page: 172

CHAPTER 11

• Title: Cognitive Liberty Under Siege: Neuromarketing, Mental Privacy, and the Human Rights Dilemma

• Authors: Preyasi Dutta and Maitrayee Sadhu

• Page: 194

CHAPTER 12

• Title: Corporate Diplomacy: The Role of Legal Frameworks in Shaping International Business Relations

• Authors: Abhipray Malti and Drobina Sen

• Page: 208

CHAPTER 13

• Title: Ethical Trade and Labour Justice in a Global Economy

• Author: Hariom Kumar

• Page: 225

CHAPTER 14

• Title: Corporate Social Responsibility and Ethical Business Models

• Author: Abhisek Ghosh

• Page: 246