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Past Questions — 2025
Fortification of grape wine in MLP Rules 2022 means __________.
A)
filteration and bottling of grape wine
B)
process of adding alcohol
C)
process of manufacturing fortified grape wine
D)
process of decreasing alcoholic strength of the grape wine
In the context of the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Rules 2022 and general oenology (the study of wine), 'fortification' refers to the process of increasing the alcohol content of a beverage. This is achieved by adding a distilled spirit (usually brandy or grape spirit) to the fermented grape wine. This process serves two primary purposes: it increases the alcoholic strength of the wine and helps in preserving the wine by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and yeast.
Analysis of options:
- Option (a) is incorrect as filtration and bottling are standard packaging processes, not fortification.
- Option (c) is a circular definition; it describes the result but not the 'meaning' of the process itself.
- Option (d) is the opposite of fortification; decreasing alcoholic strength is known as dilution.
Mr.A helped Mr.B in selling liquor. Hence, Mr.A is punishable under section __________ of MLP Act 2019.
A)
22
B)
23
C)
24
D)
25
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, the law distinguishes between the primary offender (the seller/manufacturer) and those who assist in the commission of the crime. Section 22 typically deals with the punishment for the actual sale, possession, or manufacture of liquor. However, Section 23 specifically addresses 'Abetment' or 'Assistance'. When Mr. A helps Mr. B in selling liquor, he is acting as an abettor or an accomplice to the offense. According to the penal provisions of the MLP Act 2019, any person who aids, abets, or assists in the illegal sale of liquor is punishable under Section 23. Therefore, since Mr. A provided help to Mr. B, he falls under the purview of Section 23.
Who has the power to cancel or suspend permit under MLP Amendment Act 2025?
A)
Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics
B)
The state government
C)
The Assistant Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics of the concerned district
D)
The granting authority
Under the legal framework of the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act and its subsequent amendments, the general principle of administrative law applied to permits is that the authority vested with the power to grant a permit is also the authority vested with the power to cancel or suspend it. In the context of the MLP Amendment Act 2025, the 'granting authority' (which may vary depending on the type of permit—whether issued by the State Government, the Commissioner, or a designated officer) holds the jurisdiction to revoke or suspend said permit if the conditions of the permit are violated or if it is deemed necessary in the public interest. While the Commissioner or the State Government may be the granting authority in specific cases, the most comprehensive and legally accurate term covering all such instances is 'The granting authority'.
Any person who has been convicted under this Act and subsequently convicted for the same nature of offence is punishable under section __________ of NDPS Act.
A)
31
B)
32
C)
34
D)
37
Option A is correct: 31.
Power to stop and search conveyance is mentioned in section __________ of NDPS Act.
A)
42
B)
43
C)
49
D)
49 A
Option C is correct: 49.
Any officer of the rank of __________ and above in the department of Excise and Narcotics and Police shall have the power of an Officer-in-Charge of Police station for the purpose of investigation and prosecution of offences under MLP Act 2019.
A)
Assistant Sub-Inspector
B)
Sub-Inspector.
C)
Inspector.
D)
Officer-in-Charge of Excise and Narcotics station.
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, specific powers are delegated to officers of the Excise and Narcotics Department and the Police to ensure effective enforcement, investigation, and prosecution of liquor-related offenses. According to the statutory provisions regarding the investigation of offenses under this Act, any officer of the rank of Sub-Inspector and above is vested with the powers of an Officer-in-Charge of a Police Station. This allows them to register FIRs, conduct searches, seizures, and lead investigations without needing to refer every action to a higher-ranking station head.
- Option (a) Assistant Sub-Inspector: This rank is generally below the threshold required to exercise the full powers of an Officer-in-Charge for investigation and prosecution under this specific Act.
- Option (c) Inspector: While an Inspector has these powers, the law specifies the 'minimum' rank from which these powers begin, which is Sub-Inspector.
- Option (d) Officer-in-Charge of Excise and Narcotics station: This is a designation/posting rather than a rank; the legal authority is tied to the rank of the officer holding the position.
For prompt disposal of cases and other important matter, the government may delegate any of its power conferred under the Act and rules to__________.
A)
any officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector
B)
any officer not below the rank of Inspector
C)
any officer not below the rank of Assistant Commissioner
D)
the Officer-in-Charge of Excise and Narcotics Station
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019 and its accompanying rules, the Government reserves the power to delegate specific administrative and enforcement powers to ensure the prompt disposal of cases and efficient management of excise matters. According to the delegation of powers framework within the Act/Rules, the minimum rank required for such delegated authority to handle these 'important matters' and 'disposal of cases' is that of an Inspector. Officers below this rank (such as Sub-Inspectors) generally lack the statutory authority to exercise delegated government powers of this nature, while Assistant Commissioners are higher-ranking officials who already possess inherent powers, making the 'Inspector' rank the specific threshold for this delegation clause.
License for manufacture, sale and supply of local fruit beer is granted by __________.
A)
the Commissioner
B)
the Assistant Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics
C)
the Commissioner Secretary of Excise and Narcotics
D)
the Commissioner, with the approval of the state government
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, the regulation of liquor is strictly controlled. While the Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics is the primary administrative authority for excise matters, the granting of licenses for the manufacture, sale, and supply of local fruit beer is a significant regulatory action that requires higher-level authorization. According to the statutory framework of the Act and the associated rules, the Commissioner does not have the unilateral power to grant such licenses; instead, the Commissioner must obtain the formal approval of the State Government to issue these licenses. Options (a), (b), and (c) are incorrect because they either assign the power to a subordinate officer or omit the mandatory requirement of State Government approval.
Section __________ of NDPS Act mention about the power of seizure and arrest in public place.
A)
41
B)
42
C)
43
D)
53
Option C is correct: 43.
According to section 25 of MLP Act 2019, if any person resists to the use of breathalyser, __________.
A)
consumption of alcohol cannot be proved.
B)
he shall be sent to hospital for medical examination.
C)
it shall be presumed that he has consumed liquor and charged accordingly.
D)
it is right to use reasonable force for compliance.
Under Section 25 of the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, the law provides a legal presumption regarding the refusal to undergo a breathalyzer test. Specifically, if a person resists or refuses to provide a sample for the breathalyzer test when requested by an authorized officer, the law presumes that the person has consumed liquor. This is a 'presumption of fact' designed to prevent individuals from evading the law by simply refusing the test. Therefore, option (c) is the correct legal consequence. Option (a) is incorrect because the law creates a presumption against the person. Option (b) is not the primary legal consequence defined in Section 25 for resistance. Option (d), while reasonable force may be used in some police contexts, is not the specific legal presumption established by Section 25 of this Act.
According to PIT NDPS 1988, the person empowered by the state government for detaining certain person be of the level of __________.
A)
Secretary.
B)
Deputy Secretary.
C)
Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics.
D)
Superintendent of Police.
Option C is correct: Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics..
Power of entry, search, seizure and arrest under MLP Act 2019 is mentioned in section __________.
A)
24
B)
25
C)
25 A
D)
26
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, Section 25 specifically outlines the 'Power of entry, search, seizure and arrest'. This section empowers authorized officers to enter premises, conduct searches, seize prohibited liquor or materials used for its manufacture, and arrest persons suspected of committing offenses under the Act. Section 24 typically deals with other administrative or procedural aspects, and Section 26 usually pertains to different legal provisions or penalties, making Section 25 the definitive section for the enforcement powers of entry, search, and seizure.
Section __________ of NDPS Act prohibits holding of illegally acquired properties.
A)
68 E
B)
68 F
C)
68 C
D)
68 G
Option C is correct: 68 C.
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.
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..
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.
Penalty for attempt to commit an offence under MLP Act 2019 is mentioned in section __________.
A)
19
B)
21
C)
22
D)
23
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, Section 22 specifically deals with the 'Attempt to commit an offence'. It stipulates that whoever attempts to commit an offence under this Act, or attempts to do any act preparatory to the commission of an offence under this Act, shall be punishable with the punishment provided for the offence.
Breakdown of other options:
- Section 19 generally relates to the power of entry, search, and seizure.
- Section 21 typically deals with the forfeiture of liquor and materials used for its manufacture.
- Section 23 usually pertains to the compounding of offences or specific procedural aspects of the Act.
Therefore, Section 22 is the correct legal provision for the penalty regarding the attempt to commit an offence.
Confiscated article which are known to have been of licit origin and not tempered with shall be kept in the custody of Excise and Narcotics which shall be at the disposal of __________.
A)
the Assistant Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics
B)
the Commissioner
C)
officer of the rank of Assistant Commissioner and above
D)
the Officer-in-Charge of the godown
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019 and the associated rules governing the disposal of confiscated goods, articles that are found to be of licit origin (legally acquired) and have not been tampered with are kept in the custody of the Excise and Narcotics Department. According to the administrative hierarchy and the statutory powers vested for the disposal of such property, these articles remain at the disposal of the Commissioner. The Commissioner holds the ultimate authority to decide on the return, auction, or disposal of confiscated items once the legal proceedings are concluded or the origin is verified as licit. Options a, c, and d refer to officers who may manage the physical custody or process the paperwork, but the legal 'disposal' authority rests with the Commissioner.
Section __________ of MLP Amendment Act 2025 empower you to stop, rummage and search conveyance or part thereof.
A)
25
B)
25 A
C)
26
D)
27
Under the MLP Amendment Act 2025, Section 25 A has been specifically introduced or amended to enhance the enforcement capabilities of the Excise and Narcotics Department. This section empowers authorized officers to stop, rummage, and search any conveyance (vehicle, boat, etc.) or any part thereof if there is reason to believe that liquor or prohibited substances are being transported in violation of the Act. Section 25 typically deals with general powers of entry and search of premises, whereas 25 A specifically targets 'conveyances' to ensure mobility of contraband is effectively checked. Options c (26) and d (27) generally pertain to different procedural aspects such as seizure or disposal of confiscated goods.
Any officer making an arrest or seizure under MLP Act 2019 shall, within__________ hours of such seizure and arrest make a full report to his immediate superior.
A)
12
B)
24
C)
48
D)
72
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, there are strict procedural requirements for officers conducting arrests and seizures to ensure transparency and accountability. According to the operational guidelines and the statutory provisions of the Act, any officer who effects an arrest or carries out a seizure of prohibited liquor or related materials is mandated to submit a comprehensive report to their immediate superior officer within 24 hours. This timeframe is standard for reporting official actions in departmental and criminal procedures to prevent the misuse of power and to ensure the timely initiation of legal proceedings. Options a (12), c (48), and d (72) are incorrect as they do not align with the specific reporting timeline stipulated in the Act.
Any magistrate having the power of the __________ shall try any offense punishable under MLP Act 2019.
A)
Executive Magistrate of the First Class
B)
Judicial Magistrate of the First Class
C)
Chief Judicial Magistrate
D)
All of the above
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, the jurisdiction for trying offenses is specifically assigned to the judiciary. According to the legal framework of the Act, any offense punishable under the MLP Act 2019 shall be tried by a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class.
1. Why 'b' is correct: The Judicial Magistrate of the First Class (JMFC) is the designated authority empowered to conduct trials and pass sentences for the violations stipulated in the MLP Act.
2. Why 'a' is incorrect: Executive Magistrates primarily handle law and order, administrative duties, and preventive actions; they do not typically conduct criminal trials for statutory offenses unless specifically empowered by a special act as a Special Executive Magistrate, which is not the standard for MLP Act trials.
3. Why 'c' is incorrect: While a Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) has higher powers and can certainly try such cases, the Act specifies the minimum required power level for the trial of these offenses as that of a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class.
4. Why 'd' is incorrect: Since the power is specifically vested in the Judicial branch (JMFC) rather than the Executive branch for the trial of these offenses, 'All of the above' is incorrect.
According to the latest notification made by the state government, the small quantity and commercial quantity of liquor is __________.
A)
up to 1 litre and 10 litres and above.
B)
up to 750 ml and 5 litres and above.
C)
up to 5 litres and 50 litres and above.
D)
up to 10 litres and 50 litres and above.
Under the legal framework governing liquor laws in Mizoram, specifically regarding the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act and subsequent notifications issued by the State Government to categorize the severity of offenses, a distinction is made between 'small quantity' and 'commercial quantity'. This classification is crucial for determining the bail conditions, the severity of the punishment, and the nature of the trial. According to the prevailing notifications for the Excise & Narcotics Department, 'small quantity' is defined as up to 5 litres, while 'commercial quantity' is defined as 50 litres and above. Quantities falling between these two thresholds are generally treated as intermediate quantities. Therefore, option (c) is the correct legal standard used for enforcement and prosecution in the state.
Punishment for vexatious search, seizure and arrest
A)
imprisonment up to 1 year or with fine.
B)
imprisonment up to 3 months or with fine up to Rs 1000 or with both
C)
imprisonment up to 6 months or with fine up to Rs 1000 or with both
D)
imprisonment up to 3 months with fine up to Rs 1000
Under the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, there are specific provisions to prevent the misuse of power by enforcement officers. To ensure that the powers of search, seizure, and arrest are not used to harass citizens, the Act prescribes a penalty for 'vexatious' (intended to harass or annoy) actions. According to the statutory provisions regarding the conduct of officers under the Act, any officer who conducts a search, seizure, or arrest in a vexatious manner is liable for punishment. The prescribed penalty for such an offense is imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or with a fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both. Option (a) is incorrect as the term is not 1 year; Option (b) is incorrect as the term is not 3 months; Option (d) is incorrect because it mandates both imprisonment and fine, whereas the law allows for 'either or both'.
As provided u/s 43 of MLP Act 2019, who has the power to compound offences?
A)
The Commissioner or any Excise and Narcotics Officer not below the rank of Assistant Commissioner.
B)
The Assistant Commissioner of Excise and Narcotics.
C)
The Commissioner, or any Excise and Narcotics Officer not below the rank of Inspector authorised by the Commissioner.
D)
The Assistant Commissioner and Officer-in-Charge of Excise and Narcotics station.
Under Section 43 of the Mizoram Liquor Prohibition (MLP) Act 2019, the power to compound certain offences (which allows the offender to avoid prosecution by paying a sum of money) is specifically vested in the Commissioner. However, the Commissioner may authorize other officers to exercise this power. According to the statutory provision, this authorization extends to Excise and Narcotics Officers who are not below the rank of Inspector.
- Option (a) is incorrect because it limits the power to Assistant Commissioners, ignoring the Inspector rank authorization.
- Option (b) is incorrect as it is too restrictive.
- Option (d) is incorrect as it includes the Officer-in-Charge without specifying the rank requirement or the necessity of authorization by the Commissioner.
- Option (c) accurately reflects the legal hierarchy and the requirement for authorization as stipulated in the Act.