The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (ECA)

Source:  TH Subject:   Economy Context: In response to an energy crisis triggered by recent geopolitical strikes on Iran, the Centre invoked the Essential Commodities Act (ECA), 1955. About The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 (ECA): What it is? The Essential Commodities Act is a central legislation enacted to control the production, supply, and distribution of specific …