“Hearing Officer” is appointed by:
Correct answer is: A. Authority
The Authority has power to appoint Hearing Officers to conduct hearings under the Act.
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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Selection Panel for independent members consists of:
Correct answer is: B. 3 persons
A three-person Selection Panel is formed to recommend candidates.
“Absolute Order” under the Act is issued in furtherance of:
Correct answer is: B. Emergency Prohibition Order (EPO)
An Absolute Order is a follow-up order linked with an Emergency Prohibition Order.
“Independent Member” of Authority is appointed on recommendation of:
Correct answer is: B. Selection Panel
Independent members are chosen on the Selection Panel’s recommendation to ensure impartiality.
Members of Selection Panel cannot be:
Correct answer is: B. Serving public servants or elected representatives
Serving public servants/elected reps are ineligible to protect independence.
“Authority” means:
Correct answer is: B. Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority
The term "Authority" refers specifically to the Punjab Enforcement & Regulatory Authority.
“Magistrate” under the Act includes:
Correct answer is: B. Magistrate empowered under Act & Sec 14-A of CrPC
The Act includes magistrates empowered under the Act and section 14-A of the CrPC.
Selection Panel completes selection process within:
Correct answer is: B. 30 days
The panel must complete the selection process within 30 days.
“Authorized Officer” is appointed under which section?
Correct answer is: C. Section 10
Authorized Officers are defined and appointed under Section 10 of the Act.
“Offender” means:
Correct answer is: B. Any person suspected or believed to have committed violation under Act/Scheduled laws
“Offender” is defined broadly to include persons suspected or believed to have violated the Act or scheduled laws.