When did PERA become functional?
Correct answer is: B. Early 2025
PERA began operations in early 2025.
One main aim of PERA is:
Correct answer is: B. Tackling price control, hoarding, encroachments
PERA addresses enforcement of such issues.
Planned number of enforcement stations in Punjab?
Correct answer is: C. 154
Punjab plans 154 enforcement stations.
A common criticism of PERA is:
Correct answer is: B. Bureaucratic control and overlap with police
Critics argue PERA duplicates police functions.
When was the Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) enacted?
Correct answer is: B. 10/2024
The PERA Act was enacted in October 2024.
What is the area of application of PERA 2024?
Correct answer is: B. Punjab Province
The Act applies throughout the province of Punjab.
What does “Absolute Order” mean under PERA?
Correct answer is: B. Order under EPO issued under the Act
Absolute Order refers to an order issued under an Emergency Prohibition Order.
The term “Authority” in the Act refers to:
Correct answer is: B. Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA)
The Act establishes PERA as the Authority.
When was the Punjab Prevention of Hoarding Act 2020 enforced?
Correct answer is: B. 7/2020
The Act came into force in July 2020.
What is the main objective of the Act?
Correct answer is: B. To prevent hoarding and ensure availability of essential items
The law’s aim is to stop hoarding and ensure supply of essentials.