As interim relief, the Hearing Officer can:
Correct answer is: C. Restore the status quo ante
HO can restore status quo ante temporarily.
Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs
Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs with Answers
The Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 was enacted in October 2024 to streamline enforcement of special laws across Punjab. The Act established the Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (PERA), chaired by the Chief Minister Punjab, with a Director General as the administrative head.
PERA aims to coordinate different regulators, tackle issues like price control, hoarding, encroachments, and public safety, and ensure swift administrative action through summary proceedings. Enforcement Stations are being set up at the sub-division level, with 154 stations planned across Punjab.
The Act introduces new concepts such as:
Absolute Orders under Emergency Prohibition Orders (EPOs)
Whistle-blower protections for individuals reporting violations in the public interest
Grievance Redressal Commissioner to handle public complaints
District Enforcement and Regulatory Boards comprising the Deputy Commissioner and DPO
Appeals against confiscation or penalties lie with the Hearing Officer (PAS/PMS), and PERA actions are largely administrative and non-judicial. While the Act is designed to enhance governance, it has also faced criticism for creating bureaucratic overlap with police functions.
This MCQs set covers all important aspects of PERA 2024, including definitions, key provisions, enforcement mechanisms, authorities, punishments, and criticisms, to help candidates preparing for PPSC, PMS, and other competitive exams.
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The initial action for an immovable encroachment involving pending civil litigation must be reported by the EO, including the:
Correct answer is: B. Status of the litigation
EO must report litigation status.
A special meeting of the Board can be called for matters involving:
Correct answer is: B. Urgency
Urgent matters require special meetings.
The enforcement power under Section 36(5) of the Act is triggered by:
Correct answer is: B. Non-compliance with an Absolute Order
Section 36(5) applies when Absolute Orders are ignored.
Which is a condition for granting interim relief?
Correct answer is: B. A prima facie case exists
Interim relief requires prima facie case.
In the immovable encroachment example, the Hearing Officer verified the builder’s claim by calling records from the:
Correct answer is: B. Revenue department
HO verified through revenue records.
The agenda for a Board meeting is included in the:
Correct answer is: B. Notice issued by the Secretary
The Secretary includes agenda in the meeting notice.
Notices are delivered as per:
Correct answer is: B. Section 40 of the Act
Notice delivery is governed by Section 40.
The Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (Operations and Procedures) Rules 2025 came into force:
Correct answer is: C. At once
The rules became enforceable immediately upon notification.
The time given to vacate in a Removal Order for immovable encroachment is:
Correct answer is: C. 15 days