Is hoarding allowed in emergencies under this Act?
Correct answer is: B. No, strictly prohibited
Hoarding is banned even during emergencies.
Does the Act allow random inspections?
Correct answer is: B. Yes, with reasonable belief
Random inspections allowed if reasonable belief exists.
What is the geographical area of enforcement of the Act?
Correct answer is: B. All over Punjab
The Act applies throughout Punjab.
Who is responsible for updating the list of essential goods?
Correct answer is: C. Government of Punjab
Punjab Government notifies updates to the list.
What is the penalty for not reporting inventory?
Correct answer is: B. Imprisonment or fine
Non-reporting attracts punishment under the Act.
Are auctions allowed before final judgment?
Correct answer is: B. Yes, proceeds kept till court decision
Goods may be auctioned before judgment, money held until decision.
What is the broader impact of the Hoarding Act?
Correct answer is: B. Controls artificial shortages, stabilizes prices, ensures supply
The Act aims to regulate market and ensure availability of essentials.
What is the name of the law passed in Punjab in 2020 to stop hoarding?
Correct answer is: B. Punjab Prevention of Hoarding Act 2020
The official title is "Punjab Prevention of Hoarding Act 2020".
The piece of cloth will do ___ a turban.
Correct answer is: B. for
The correct preposition is "for." The phrase is “do for a turban,” meaning it will serve the purpose of a turban.