The power to issue specific instructions on the use of body cameras lies with the:
Correct answer is: C. Director General
DG issues body camera SOPs.
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.
Table of Content
The proceeds from an auction are deposited into:
Correct answer is: B. The Fund
Auction proceeds go to the Fund.
Under which section of the Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act 2024 are these rules made?
Correct answer is: B. Section 78
Rules are made under Section 78 of the Act.
The highest authority that can impose a fine of Rs. 300,000 for an offence by a company is the:
Correct answer is: C. District Enforcement & Regulatory Board
The Board can fine companies up to Rs. 300,000.
The standardized mechanism for storage space is to be notified by the:
Correct answer is: C. Director General
DG notifies storage mechanism.
The mode and manner for recovering the cost of investigation are to be notified by the:
Correct answer is: B. Authority
Authority notifies recovery mode.
These rules are called the Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority (Operations and Procedures) Rules:
Correct answer is: B. 2025
Official name includes year 2025.
A Whistle-blower who receives a show-cause notice for a false disclosure has how many days to submit a written reply?
Correct answer is: B. 7 days
Reply time = 7 days.
When presenting digital evidence, it must be accompanied by a chain-of-custody document and a certificate from the:
Correct answer is: B. Sub-Divisional Enforcement Officer (SDEO)
Certification by SDEO is mandatory.
The Forms appended to the rules can be revised under the powers granted in:
Correct answer is: B. Section 10(2)(d) of the Act
Revision power is in Section 10(2)(d).