1. : The main objective of the Punjab Price Control of Essential Commodities Act is to: (Hint: From Objective of the Act)
(A) Increase government revenue
(B) Control the price and supply of essential commodities
(C) Promote imports of essential goods
(D) Encourage hoarding by traders
2. : Who is the official responsible for enforcing this Act at the district level? (Hint: From Enforcement Authority)
(A) District & Sessions Judge
(B) District Police Officer (DPO)
(C) District Collector / Deputy Commissioner
(D) District Health Officer
3. : Under this Act, what is the punishment for hoarding and black marketing of essential commodities? (Hint: From Punishment Provisions)
(A) Only imprisonment
(B) Only a fine
(C) Both imprisonment and fine
(D) Community service
4. : Which of the following is typically NOT considered an “essential commodity” under this Act? (Hint: From Definition of Essential Commodities)
(A) Wheat flour (Atta)
(B) Sugar
(C) Cooking oil (Ghee)
(D) Luxury cars
5. : If a shopkeeper sells an essential commodity above the government-fixed price, what action can be taken? (Hint: From Enforcement Measures)
(A) His shop will be permanently sealed.
(B) He can be prosecuted and his stock can be confiscated.
(C) He will only receive a warning.
(D) His license can never be renewed.
6. : The provincial government can add or remove a commodity from the list of “essential commodities” through: (Hint: From Amendment Procedure)
(A) A judicial order
(B) A notification in the official gazette
(C) A resolution in the assembly
(D) A public referendum