5. Responsibilities and Obligations of a Promoter (Direct Seller)
As a Promoter of the Firm OMIGA VIP LLP, I shall ensure that:
- the terms of the offer are clear, so as to enable the consumer to know the exact nature of what is being offered and the commitment involved in the placing of an order;
- the presentations and other representations used in direct selling do not contain any product description, claim, illustration, or other element which directly or by implication is likely to mislead the consumer;
- explanation and demonstration of the product offered are accurate and complete, in particular with regard to price and, if applicable, credit conditions, terms of payment, cooling-off periods and/or return rights, terms of guarantee, after-sales service and delivery;
- descriptions, claims, illustrations or other elements relating to verifiable facts are capable of substantiation;
- misleading, deceptive or unfair sales practices are not used;
- direct selling is not represented to the consumer as being a form of market research;
- promotional literature, advertisements or mailings contain the name and address or telephone number of the direct selling company, and include the telephone number of the direct seller;
- the remedial action open to the consumer is clearly set out in the order form or other accompanying literature provided with the product;
- offering a right of return is provided in writing;
- the provisions of the Legal Metrology Act, 2009 and the rules framed thereunder are complied with;
- appropriate steps are taken to ensure the protection of all private information, according to the laws for the time being in force, provided by a consumer;
- all relevant statutory laws are complied with, including payment of taxes and deductions as per Income Tax norms, GST etc.