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What is Worlds Consumer Rights Day?
World Consumer Rights Day is a global event that aims to raise awareness about consumer rights and needs.
World Consumer Rights Day is celebrated on March 15 every year to raise awareness about consumer rights and to promote the protection of consumers’ interests worldwide. The day represents an opportunity to highlight the importance of consumer rights and to demand that companies and governments take measures to ensure that consumers are treated fairly and equitably.
The origins of World Consumer Rights Day can be traced back to 1962 when President John F. Kennedy first declared the four basic consumer rights: the right to safety, the right to be informed, the right to choose, and the right to be heard. In 1983, the United Nations adopted the Guidelines for Consumer Protection, which further reinforced these four basic rights and provided guidance for governments and businesses to ensure that consumers are protected.
Since then, World Consumer Rights Day has been celebrated annually by consumer organizations around the world to raise awareness about consumer rights, to advocate for stronger consumer protection laws, and to hold businesses accountable for their actions. Each year, the day has a different theme, focusing on a specific aspect of consumer rights, such as food safety, financial services, or online privacy.