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
Which of the following are examples of scheduled goods?
A.
Toys, clothes, jewelry
B.
Wheat, sugar, flour, fuel, masks, medicines, cement
C.
Mobile phones, laptops, cars
D.
None
Correct answer is:
B. Wheat, sugar, flour, fuel, masks, medicines, cement
Are offences under this Act bailable?
A.
Yes, bailable
B.
No, non-bailable and cognizable
C.
Only by High Court
D.
Compoundable with fine
Correct answer is:
B. No, non-bailable and cognizable
Informer reward is given only if:
A.
FIR is registered
B.
Accused is convicted and funds released to Govt
C.
Raid is successful
D.
Stock is seized
Correct answer is:
B. Accused is convicted and funds released to Govt
Are fuel and medicines included in the scheduled goods?
A.
No
B.
Yes
C.
Only fuel
D.
Only medicines
Correct answer is:
B. Yes
Auction proceeds go to accused if:
A.
Acquitted
B.
Convicted
C.
Both
D.
None of these
Correct answer is:
A. Acquitted
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