How frequently must the Board meet as per Rule 3? A. Monthly B. Once every 3 months C. Once every 6 months D. At the Chairperson's discretion Correct answer is: B. Once every 3 months 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
The key difference between movable and immovable encroachment procedures is that for immovable encroachments: A. The EO can issue a final Removal Order B. The Hearing Officer decides and issues the Removal Order C. No show-cause notice is issued D. The time to vacate is only 3 days Correct answer is: B. The Hearing Officer decides and issues the Removal Order 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. The EO can issue a final Removal Order B. The Hearing Officer decides and issues the Removal Order C. No show-cause notice is issued D. The time to vacate is only 3 days
Who can call a special meeting of the Board? A. Any Member B. The Secretary C. The Chairperson D. The Enforcement Officer Correct answer is: C. The Chairperson 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A representation must be filed by an aggrieved person within how many days of the cause of action? A. 15 days B. 30 days C. 60 days D. 90 days Correct answer is: B. 30 days 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
The standard notice period for a Board meeting is at least: A. 24 hours B. 3 days C. 7 days D. 15 days Correct answer is: B. 3 days 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A representation is NOT admissible if: A. It is filed by an advocate B. A similar representation was already dismissed C. It challenges the power of an EO D. It includes an affidavit Correct answer is: B. A similar representation was already dismissed 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. It is filed by an advocate B. A similar representation was already dismissed C. It challenges the power of an EO D. It includes an affidavit
In the case of a special meeting, who can reduce the notice period? A. The Secretary B. A majority of Members C. The Chairperson D. It cannot be reduced Correct answer is: C. The Chairperson 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A representation challenging an action taken by an EO on the direction of the Hearing Officer under Section 39 of the Act is: A. Highly encouraged B. Not admissible C. Granted interim relief automatically D. Sent directly to the Board Correct answer is: B. Not admissible 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. Highly encouraged B. Not admissible C. Granted interim relief automatically D. Sent directly to the Board
A Hearing Officer’s territorial jurisdiction is determined by the location of the: A. Complainant's residence B. Enforcement Station C. Board's headquarters D. Offender's business Correct answer is: B. Enforcement Station 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
The Hearing Officer must decide a representation within how many days of its filing? A. 30 days B. 60 days C. 90 days D. 120 days Correct answer is: B. 60 days 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A complaint of public nuisance must include all of the following EXCEPT: A. Location and nature of the nuisance B. The illegal act or omission C. The annual income of the offender D. The common injury or danger to the public Correct answer is: C. The annual income of the offender 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. Location and nature of the nuisance B. The illegal act or omission C. The annual income of the offender D. The common injury or danger to the public
The Hearing Officer must take up a representation for hearing within how many working days of receipt? A. 1 working day B. 3 working days C. 7 working days D. 10 working days Correct answer is: B. 3 working days 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
For a general public member, a complaint of public nuisance must be accompanied by: A. A legal fee B. An affidavit and evidence C. A no-objection certificate from the police D. Approval from the SDEO Correct answer is: B. An affidavit and evidence 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. A legal fee B. An affidavit and evidence C. A no-objection certificate from the police D. Approval from the SDEO
During hearings, the Hearing Officer can call records from departments under: A. The Constitution of Pakistan B. The Scheduled laws C. The Penal Code D. Any international treaty Correct answer is: B. The Scheduled laws 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
If an Enforcement Officer finds a public nuisance complaint to be false, it must be referred to the: A. Board B. SDEO C. Hearing Officer D. Police Correct answer is: B. SDEO 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
Evidence during a hearing must be recorded on: A. Video B. Oath or affirmation C. Plain paper D. A standard form Correct answer is: B. Oath or affirmation 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
Enforcement Officers must submit a daily report on nuisance complaints to the: A. Chairperson B. SDEO C. Hearing Officer D. Board Correct answer is: B. SDEO 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
If a party fails to appear after service of notice, the Hearing Officer may: A. Dismiss the matter for default B. Proceed ex-parte C. Issue a warrant for arrest D. Close the case permanently Correct answer is: B. Proceed ex-parte 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. Dismiss the matter for default B. Proceed ex-parte C. Issue a warrant for arrest D. Close the case permanently
For a complaint on movable encroachment, the show-cause or removal notice gives the occupier: A. 24 hours B. 3 days C. 7 days D. 15 days Correct answer is: B. 3 days 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
If a party later shows good cause for absence in an ex-parte proceeding, the Hearing Officer may: A. Fine them heavily B. Allow them to rejoin the proceedings C. Dismiss their case D. Refer them to the Board Correct answer is: B. Allow them to rejoin the proceedings 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. Fine them heavily B. Allow them to rejoin the proceedings C. Dismiss their case D. Refer them to the Board
The power for an EO to act upon failure to comply with a movable encroachment order is under: A. Section 20 of the Act B. Section 38(2) of the Act C. Section 36(5) of the Act D. Section 39 of the Act Correct answer is: B. Section 38(2) of the Act 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. Section 20 of the Act B. Section 38(2) of the Act C. Section 36(5) of the Act D. Section 39 of the Act
If a complainant fails to appear, the Hearing Officer may dismiss the matter for default. This rule does NOT apply if the complainant is: A. A private citizen B. A whistle-blower C. An Officer/Employee on behalf of the Authority D. A representative Correct answer is: C. An Officer/Employee on behalf of the Authority 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
A. A private citizen B. A whistle-blower C. An Officer/Employee on behalf of the Authority D. A representative
In cases of immovable encroachment, the Enforcement Officer submits the initial report to the Hearing Officer via the: A. Board B. SDEO C. Authority D. Directly Correct answer is: B. SDEO 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar
Interim relief can be granted by the Hearing Officer upon an application accompanied by: A. Only a representation B. A representation and an affidavit C. A legal opinion D. A bank guarantee Correct answer is: B. A representation and an affidavit 📖 Read Detailed Explanation → PERA Operation & Procedure Rules 2025 Punjab Enforcement and Regulation Act (PERA) 2024 – MCQs Leave a Comment | Umar