Who is considered a dealer under the Act?

Under the Act, a dealer is broadly defined to encompass anyone involved in the entire supply chain of essential goods. This includes individuals or entities engaged in making, storing, selling, or distributing essential goods. This comprehensive definition ensures that all stages of the supply chain are regulated to prevent malpractices and ensure fair availability.

• A) Only manufacturers is incorrect as it excludes other crucial links like distributors and retailers.
• B) Only wholesalers is incorrect for the same reason, as it overlooks producers and direct sellers.
• D) Only retailers is also incorrect, as it ignores the upstream activities of manufacturing and wholesale distribution.