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Past Questions — 2025
Punishment under Section 20 relates to:
A)
Cocaine
B)
Cannabis-related offences
C)
Prescription drugs
D)
LSD
Option B is correct: Cannabis-related offences.
The Act repealed which previous law?
A)
MLPC Act 2014
B)
Excise Act 1950
C)
Mizoram Liquor Control Rules
D)
No law was repealed
The Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act was enacted to implement a total ban on the manufacture, sale, and consumption of liquor in the state of Mizoram. To establish this prohibition regime, it was necessary to repeal the existing laws that regulated and permitted the trade of liquor. The primary legislation governing liquor and excise in the region prior to the prohibition act was the Excise Act, 1950. By repealing the Excise Act 1950, the government shifted the legal framework from 'regulation and taxation' (Excise) to 'complete prohibition'. Options a and c refer to control rules or later acts that do not represent the primary foundational law being replaced by the prohibition mandate.
Who notifies the Enforcement Officers?
A)
Governor
B)
Excise Commissioner
C)
State Government
D)
Parliament
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the power to appoint and notify officers for the purpose of enforcing the provisions of the Act rests with the State Government. Specifically, the State Government notifies individuals as 'Enforcement Officers' to carry out duties such as inspection, seizure, and arrest related to the prohibition of liquor.
- Option (a) Governor: While the Governor is the constitutional head, administrative notifications for officer appointments are issued in the name of the State Government.
- Option (b) Excise Commissioner: The Commissioner manages the administration and executes the law, but the legal authority to 'notify' the status of an Enforcement Officer is vested in the Government.
- Option (d) Parliament: Parliament deals with Central Acts; the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act is a state-specific legislation administered by the State Government of Mizoram.
The Chairman of the State Prohibition Council is -
A)
The Chief Minister
B)
Minister of Excise & Narcotics
C)
Commissioner of Excise & Narcotics
D)
The Chief Secretary of Mizoram
Under the provisions of the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the State Prohibition Council is established to advise the Government on matters relating to the prohibition of liquor. According to the statutory framework of the Act, the Chief Minister of Mizoram serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the State Prohibition Council.
- Option (b) Minister of Excise & Narcotics: While the Minister oversees the department, the statutory head of the Council is the Chief Minister.
- Option (c) Commissioner of Excise & Narcotics: The Commissioner acts as the executive head of the department and often serves as a member or secretary to such councils, but not as the Chairman.
- Option (d) The Chief Secretary of Mizoram: The Chief Secretary is the administrative head of the state civil services and may be a member, but the chairmanship is reserved for the political head of the state government.
What is the maximum imprisonment for manufacturing liquor?
A)
2 years
B)
3 years
C)
5 years
D)
10 years
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the manufacturing of liquor is treated as a serious offense. According to the penal provisions of the Act, any person who manufactures liquor shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to 5 years, or with a fine, or with both. Options (a) 2 years and (b) 3 years are insufficient for the gravity of manufacturing, and (d) 10 years exceeds the standard maximum term prescribed for this specific offense under the Act.
The Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019 is -
A)
Act No. 6 of 2019
B)
Act No. 12 of 2019
C)
Act No. 10 of 2019
D)
Act No. 8 of 2019
The Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019 was enacted by the Mizoram Legislative Assembly to prohibit the manufacture, sale, transport, and consumption of liquor within the state. According to the official gazette and legislative records of the Government of Mizoram, this specific legislation is designated as Act No. 8 of 2019. Options a, b, and c are incorrect as they refer to different acts passed by the state legislature in the same calendar year.
For possession of intermediate quantity, the punishment is:
A)
Up to 6 months
B)
6 months to 1 year
C)
1 to 10 years
D)
Minimum 20 years
Option C is correct: 1 to 10 years.
Destruction of seized narcotic drugs must be done:
A)
By burning them at home
B)
Without court order
C)
In presence of magistrate and as per procedure
D)
After the case has been disposed of
Option C is correct: In presence of magistrate and as per procedure.
Section 64A provides immunity to addicts if:
A)
They bribe the police
B)
They agree to undergo de-addiction treatment
C)
They name other traffickers
D)
They plead guilty
Option B is correct: They agree to undergo de-addiction treatment.
Who can try offences under MLP Act 2019:
A)
Judicial Magistrate of the Second Class
B)
Judicial Magistrate of the First Class
C)
Chief Judicial Magistrate only
D)
District & Sessions Judge only
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, the jurisdiction for trying offences is specifically designated to ensure that the presiding officer has the necessary legal authority to impose the penalties (fines and imprisonment) prescribed by the Act. According to the legal provisions of the Act, offences under this legislation are triable by a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class (JMFC).
- Option (a) is incorrect because a Judicial Magistrate of the Second Class typically lacks the sentencing power required for the penalties stipulated under the MLP Act.
- Option (c) is incorrect because while a Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) has the power to try such cases, the Act does not restrict trials to the CJM 'only'; the JMFC is the standard designated authority.
- Option (d) is incorrect because the District & Sessions Judge primarily handles more severe criminal cases or appeals, rather than the primary trial of liquor prohibition offences.
Which agency is the apex enforcement body for NDPS Act?
A)
Narcotics Control Bureau
B)
Central Drugs Standard Control Organization
C)
CBI
D)
National Investigation Agency
Option A is correct: Narcotics Control Bureau.
Who is empowered to search and seize under the Act?
A)
Any person
B)
Only police constables
C)
Village/Local Council members
D)
Authorized Enforcement Officers
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the power to search and seize is not granted to the general public or local council members, as these are legal procedures that require specific statutory authority to ensure the admissibility of evidence in court. While police officers may be involved, the Act specifically empowers 'Authorized Officers' or 'Enforcement Officers' (which typically include designated officers of the Excise and Narcotics Department and authorized police officers) to carry out searches and seizures of prohibited liquor and related materials. Option (a) is incorrect as it would lead to anarchy; option (b) is too narrow as constables usually act under the direction of a superior authorized officer; and option (c) is incorrect as Local Councils have administrative and social roles but lack the statutory police powers of search and seizure under this specific Act unless specifically deputized.
The NDPS Act was enacted in the year:
A)
1980
B)
1985
C)
1995
D)
2000
Option B is correct: 1985.
Possession of how much liquor is punishable under the Act?
A)
Any quantity
B)
Above 2 liters
C)
More than 5 bottles
D)
If sold in market
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the state maintains a strict prohibition policy. The Act is designed to prohibit the manufacture, sale, transport, and possession of liquor within the state. Unlike some laws that provide a 'de minimis' threshold (a small amount that is exempt from prosecution), the prohibition regime in Mizoram is comprehensive. Therefore, the possession of liquor in 'any quantity' is an offense under the Act. Options b, c, and d are incorrect because the law does not set a minimum limit of 2 liters or 5 bottles for a crime to be committed, nor is the offense limited only to those who sell it in the market; mere possession is sufficient for prosecution.
Section 8 deals with:
A)
Manufacturing of liquor
B)
Punishment for possession and consumption
C)
Publication of advertisement of liquor
D)
Appointment of officers
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the legislation is structured to strictly prohibit the manufacture, possession, consumption, and promotion of liquor within the state. Section 8 specifically addresses the 'Publication of advertisement of liquor,' making it an offense to advertise liquor to discourage its use and consumption among the public.
Breakdown of other options:
- Option (a) Manufacturing of liquor is typically covered under the primary prohibition sections (such as Section 3 or 4) which deal with the core ban on production.
- Option (b) Punishment for possession and consumption is generally dealt with in the 'Penalties' sections following the prohibition clauses.
- Option (d) Appointment of officers is usually found in the administrative or 'Powers of Officers' sections of the Act, rather than the early prohibitory sections.
Storage of seized drugs is regulated under:
A)
Section 55
B)
Section 60
C)
Section 35
D)
Section 70
Option A is correct: Section 55.
What is the punishment for transporting liquor without license?
A)
No punishment
B)
Same as manufacturing
C)
Warning only
D)
Community service
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the state maintains a strict prohibition regime. The Act is designed to deter the illegal trade of liquor by imposing stringent penalties. According to the penal provisions of the Act, the act of transporting liquor without a valid license is treated with the same severity as the illegal manufacturing of liquor. This is because transportation is a critical link in the supply chain of prohibited substances; without transportation, manufactured liquor cannot reach the market. Therefore, the punishment prescribed for the illegal transport of liquor is aligned with the punishment for illegal manufacturing to ensure a comprehensive deterrent effect across the entire illegal production-to-distribution cycle. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they suggest leniency (no punishment, warning, or community service), which contradicts the strict prohibitory nature of the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act.
Repeat offenders may face:
A)
Lesser punishment
B)
Warning only
C)
Enhanced punishment
D)
No action
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act and general principles of criminal jurisprudence applied in departmental and state laws, 'recidivism' (the act of repeating an offense) is treated as an aggravating factor. While a first-time offender may be eligible for leniency or the minimum prescribed penalty, a repeat offender demonstrates a willful disregard for the law. Consequently, the Act provides for 'Enhanced Punishment' for subsequent convictions to act as a stronger deterrent against the illegal manufacture, sale, or possession of liquor. Options (a), (b), and (d) are legally incorrect as they would undermine the purpose of the Prohibition Act.
Which section deals with the power of search and seizure?
A)
Section 18
B)
Section 10
C)
Section 14
D)
Section 25
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, Section 14 specifically empowers authorized officers to enter, search, and seize liquor, vessels, or materials used for the manufacture or sale of liquor if there is reason to believe that an offense under the Act has been or is being committed.
- Section 10 generally relates to the prohibition of manufacture, sale, and possession.
- Section 18 typically deals with the disposal of confiscated property or penalties.
- Section 25 usually pertains to the power of the court or specific administrative procedures regarding the Act.
Therefore, Section 14 is the correct provision governing the power of search and seizure for enforcement officers in the state of Mizoram.
What is the punishment for illegal sale of liquor?
A)
Fine only
B)
Imprisonment only
C)
Both imprisonment and fine
D)
No punishment
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the illegal sale, manufacture, import, export, or possession of liquor is treated as a criminal offense. According to the penal provisions of the Act, the court has the authority to impose a combination of penalties to ensure deterrence. Specifically, for the illegal sale of liquor, the law prescribes a punishment that typically includes both a term of imprisonment (the duration of which varies based on the severity and repetition of the offense) and a monetary fine. Option (a) and (b) are incorrect because the law does not limit the punishment to only one of these measures, and option (d) is incorrect as illegal sale is a punishable offense under the state's prohibition laws.
Bail under NDPS Act is:
A)
Easily available
B)
Subject to strict conditions under Section 37
C)
Mandatory for all accused
D)
Not applicable
Option B is correct: Subject to strict conditions under Section 37.
Charge section under NDPS Act 85 for person possessing intermediate quantity of manufactured drugs and its preparation is __________.
A)
22
B)
21 (b)
C)
23 (b)
D)
20 (b)
Option B is correct: 21 (b).
Apart from dry days declared by the Commissioner, __________ and __________ shall be dry days.
A)
saturdays and sundays
B)
sundays and national holidays
C)
all government holidays
D)
saturdays, sundays and all government holidays.
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019 and the associated rules governing the sale and possession of liquor in the state, specific days are designated as 'dry days' during which the sale of liquor is prohibited. While the Commissioner has the authority to declare additional dry days (such as during elections or specific festivals), the statutory default dry days are Sundays and National Holidays. Option (a) is incorrect because Saturdays are generally not dry days. Option (c) is incorrect because not all government holidays (such as local or departmental holidays) are automatically dry days unless they are National Holidays or specifically declared so by the Commissioner. Option (d) is incorrect as it over-extends the default prohibition to include Saturdays and all government holidays.
The MLP Act 2019 come into force with effect from __________.
A)
12.3.2019
B)
28.5.2019
C)
23.3.2019
D)
18.5.2019
The Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act, 2019 was enacted by the Mizoram Legislative Assembly to prohibit the manufacture, sale, and consumption of liquor in the state. According to the official gazette notification and the statutory records of the Government of Mizoram, the Act came into force on March 23, 2019. Options a, b, and d are incorrect dates that do not align with the official commencement date of the legislation.
Punishment for wilfully and maliciously giving false information and so causing an arrest or a search being made is __________.
A)
which may extend to 6 months with fine.
B)
which may extend to 2 years or with fine or with both.
C)
which may extend to 3 years with fine.
D)
which may extend to 5 years or with fine or with both.
Option B is correct: which may extend to 2 years or with fine or with both..