S.S. Sandhawalia, President—This appeal is directed against the judgment of District Forum, Hissar, whereby the appellants have been directed to pay compensation to the tune of Rs. 5,000/- to the respondent.

2. At the appellate stage, the facts which would call for pointed notice, lie in a narrow compass. M/s. Haryana Credit and Leasing Limited claim to be a prestigious concern, dealing in the financing of cars, motor cycles, scooters and electronics etc. at Hissar. On the 6th December, 1989 they advertised in the local press for arranging the booking of the new Maruti 1000 car with M/s. Maruti Udyog limited against a deposit of Rs. 6,000/- only for each booking, and undertaking to loan the requisite balance of Rs. 19,000/- to the prospective customers. The offer was to be open for seven days and for 1000 bookings only.

3. The respondent - Shri Krishan Munjal of Hissar along with many others, was attracted by the offer, and in response thereto he duly deposited Rs. 6,150/- with the appellant-Company on the 11th December, 1989. Receipt No. 174 of even date (agreement No. 195) for the said amount, which included processing charges etc., was duly issued to him by the appellant-Comp