India

'Know Your Shopkeeper' Rule? SC Seeks States' Views

Published: 6 August 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

The Supreme Court has given States and Union Territories six weeks to respond to a PIL seeking mandatory display of shop owners' identity and business details at commercial establishments. The plea wants shops to prominently display information such as the owner's name, address, contact details, registration particulars, and number of employees.

Key Takeaways

The move is aimed at strengthening consumer protection by making it easier to identify sellers and file complaints against unfair trade practices.

Sources

The Hindu, Hindustan Times