Distinguish between the following:
District Forum and State Commission
ANSWER:
Basis
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District Forum
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State Commission
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Level
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Works at the district level.
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Works at the state level.
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Compensation claim
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Less than Rs 20 lakh.
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More than Rs 20 lakh but less than Rs 1crore.
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Scope for re-appeal
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In case the consumer is not satisfied with the judgement, he/she can file an appeal before the State Commission within 30 days of passing the judgement.
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In case the consumer is not satisfied with the judgement, he/she can file an appeal before the National Commission within 30 days of passing the judgement.
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President
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He should be a judge at the district level or equivalent.
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He should be or have been a judge of High Court.
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