judiciary and Law MCQs

Explanation: The Act was formally enacted in 2024 by the Punjab Assembly.

Explanation: Enforcement ensures compliance with the Act and laws.

Explanation: The Chief Minister nominates three MPAs to the Authority.

Explanation: The official reference is Act XI of 2024 as published in the Gazette.

Explanation: Stations are set up at sub-divisional level.

Explanation: Independent members serve for a three-year term.

Explanation: The Act was brought into effect on 17th October 2024.

Explanation: A special Authority Fund is created under the Act.

Explanation: Independent members hold office at the pleasure of the Government of Punjab.

Explanation: The Act applies only to the province of Punjab.

Explanation: Authority appoints the Grievance Redressal Commissioner.

Explanation: Resignation requires giving one month’s notice.

Explanation: The commencement date is announced by the Punjab Government through the official Gazette.

Explanation: The Authority has power to appoint Hearing Officers to conduct hearings under the Act.

Explanation: A three-person Selection Panel is formed to recommend candidates.

Explanation: An Absolute Order is a follow-up order linked with an Emergency Prohibition Order.

Explanation: Independent members are chosen on the Selection Panel’s recommendation to ensure impartiality.

Explanation: Serving public servants/elected reps are ineligible to protect independence.

Explanation: The term "Authority" refers specifically to the Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority.

Explanation: The Act includes magistrates empowered under the Act and section 14-A of the CrPC.

Explanation: The panel must complete the selection process within 30 days.

Explanation: Authorized Officers are defined and appointed under Section 10 of the Act.

Explanation: “Offender” is defined broadly to include persons suspected or believed to have violated the Act or scheduled laws.

Explanation: The “Board” in the Act refers to the District Enforcement and Regulatory Board.

Explanation: Whistle-blower refers to someone who reports violations in the public interest.