Correct Answer:
B. Maximum quantity prescribed
Hoarding is defined as stocking essential commodities in quantities exceeding the maximum limit prescribed by the relevant authorities, indicating an illegal accumulation.
Related MCQs
Offences under this Act are tried in which manner?
A.
Ordinary procedure
B.
Summary procedure
C.
Jury trial
D.
Civil trial
Correct answer is:
B. Summary procedure
Appeal must be filed within:
A.
7 days
B.
15 days
C.
30 days
D.
60 days
Correct answer is:
C. 30 days
The Punjab Prevention of Hoarding Act was enacted in which year?
A.
2018
B.
2019
C.
2020
D.
2021
Correct answer is:
C. 2020
Auction proceeds are deposited in:
A.
Any commercial bank
B.
Punjab Bank
C.
National Bank of Pakistan
D.
State Bank of Pakistan
Correct answer is:
C. National Bank of Pakistan
If accused is convicted, auction money goes to:
A.
Government exchequer
B.
Accused
C.
Informer
D.
Special Magistrate
Correct answer is:
A. Government exchequer
Before search, officer must record:
A.
FIR number
B.
Grounds of suspicion in writing
C.
Complaint
D.
Approval of Magistrate
Correct answer is:
B. Grounds of suspicion in writing