Appeal against penalties/confiscation lies with:
Correct answer is: C. Hearing Officer
Appeals are heard by the Hearing Officer.
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
Who is the Grievance Redressal Commissioner?
Correct answer is: B. Officer appointed by the Authority
The Act authorizes PERA to appoint this Commissioner.
Whistle-blower protection under PERA applies to:
Correct answer is: B. Anyone reporting in public interest
Protection applies to any person reporting violations.
Who is a “Whistle-blower” under the Act?
Correct answer is: C. One who discloses violation in public interest
Whistle-blowers expose violations under the Act.
Which provisions are included in PERA?
Correct answer is: B. Grievance Redressal Commissioner and hearings
PERA includes grievance and hearing mechanisms.
Which body was established under Section 3 of the Act?
Correct answer is: B. Punjab Enforcement and Regulatory Authority
Section 3 establishes PERA.
Who chairs the PERA Board?
Correct answer is: B. Chief Minister Punjab
The CM Punjab chairs PERA Board.
Who is the Chairperson of PERA?
Correct answer is: B. Chief Minister Punjab
The Chief Minister Punjab is Chairperson of PERA.
When did PERA become functional?
Correct answer is: B. Early 2025
PERA began operations in early 2025.
Where are Enforcement Stations located?
Correct answer is: B. Sub-division level
Enforcement Stations are set up at sub-division level.