Will the Apex Court's stance on pecuniary jurisdiction lead to more equitable justice for medical professionals, or simply shift the burden elsewhere? On29th.April,2025, The Supreme Court of India's decision to uphold the constitutional validity of provisions in the Consumer Protection Act, 2019 (CPA 2019), specifically Sections 34, 47, and 58, which prescribe pecuniary jurisdiction based on the consideration paid for goods or services, has significant implications. Below, I am analyzing the alignment with the Indian Constitution &It's impact on medical profession and precautions medical professionals should take. Impact on the Medical Profession in India The CPA 2019’s pecuniary jurisdiction provisions and their affirmation by the Supreme Court significantly affect the medical profession, as medical services are explicitly covered under the Act following the 1995 *Indian Medical Association v. V.P. Shantha* ruling. Key impacts include: # Posi...
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