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Past Questions — 2026
Under the Act, offences are:
A)
Cognizable and bailable
B)
Non-cognizable
C)
Cognizable and non-bailable
D)
Civil in nature
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, the state government aimed to implement a strict prohibition regime to curb the consumption and sale of liquor. To ensure effective enforcement and deterrence, the Act classifies offences committed under its provisions as 'Cognizable' and 'Non-bailable'.
1. Cognizable: This means that a police officer or an authorized officer under the Act can arrest an accused person without a warrant.
2. Non-bailable: This means that bail is not a matter of right; the decision to grant bail rests with the court based on the merits of the case, rather than being granted automatically at the police station.
Option (a) is incorrect because the Act is designed for strict enforcement, making it non-bailable. Option (b) is incorrect because non-cognizable offences would require a warrant for arrest, which would hinder the immediate seizure of illegal liquor. Option (d) is incorrect because the Act defines criminal penalties (fines and imprisonment), making these criminal offences, not civil disputes.
NDPS Act extends to:
A)
Whole of India except Jammu & Kashmir
B)
Whole of India including Jammu & Kashmir
C)
Only to Union Territories
D)
Whole of India including Daman & Diu
Option B is correct: Whole of India including Jammu & Kashmir.
In which Section under the MLP Act 2019 do you find Power of court to release certain offenders on probation?
A)
Section 42
B)
Section 30
C)
Section 24
D)
Section 54
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, Section 30 specifically deals with the 'Power of court to release certain offenders on probation'. This section allows the court, when sentencing a person for certain offenses under the Act, to release them on probation of good conduct instead of sentencing them to imprisonment, provided the court is satisfied that the offender is a fit candidate for such release.
- Section 24 generally relates to different procedural or penal aspects (such as penalties for specific violations).
- Section 42 and Section 54 typically cover other administrative powers, appeals, or miscellaneous provisions within the Act's structure, rather than the specific judicial power of probation for offenders.
The MLP Act, 2019 came into force on:
A)
28th May, 2019
B)
30th June, 2019
C)
20th February, 2019
D)
15th August, 2019
The Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019 was enacted by the Mizoram Legislative Assembly to prohibit the manufacture, sale, and consumption of liquor in the state. While the Act was passed earlier in the year, it officially came into force (became effective) on 30th June, 2019. This date marked the beginning of the strict prohibition regime in Mizoram. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not correspond to the official commencement date of the Act.
What is the Maximum amount of fine which the Commissioner of Excise & Narcotics may impose on a person who committed an offence punishable under Section 5(2), Section 6(3) and Section 7(1) of MLP Act, 2019?
A)
10,000
B)
50,000
C)
5,000
D)
1,000
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, the Act provides for the prohibition of liquor and prescribes penalties for various offences. Specifically, for offences committed under Section 5(2) (possession of liquor), Section 6(3) (sale/transport of liquor), and Section 7(1) (manufacturing of liquor), the Act empowers the Commissioner of Excise & Narcotics to impose a fine in certain administrative or compounding circumstances. According to the statutory provisions regarding the power of the Commissioner to impose fines for these specific sections, the maximum amount of fine that can be imposed is ₹50,000. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the maximum ceiling prescribed in the Act for these specific violations.
Enforcement Officers can conduct search and seizure:
A)
Only with court warrant
B)
Without any authority
C)
With or without warrant as per the Act
D)
Never
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, Enforcement Officers are granted specific powers to ensure the effective prohibition of liquor. While a search warrant issued by a Magistrate is the standard legal procedure for searches, the Act provides for 'emergency' or 'reasonable ground' exceptions. Specifically, if an Enforcement Officer has reason to believe that a delay in obtaining a warrant would lead to the removal, concealment, or destruction of liquor or prohibited items, they are empowered to conduct a search and seizure without a warrant. Therefore, the authority to search and seize exists both with a warrant (standard procedure) and without a warrant (under specific conditions defined in the Act). Option (a) is incorrect because it is too restrictive; option (b) is incorrect because officers must act under the authority of the Act, not 'without any authority'; and option (d) is logically incorrect as it would render the Act unenforceable.
The Act prohibits which of the following?
A)
All activities including possession, consumption, sale, and transport
B)
Only manufacturing of liquor
C)
Only sale of liquor
D)
Drinking in public places only
The Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, was enacted to implement a comprehensive prohibition regime within the state of Mizoram. Unlike partial bans or regulation acts, a 'Prohibition Act' aims to eliminate the availability of liquor entirely. Under this Act, the prohibition is total, meaning it does not just target the commercial aspect (sale/manufacturing) but also the individual aspect (possession and consumption) and the logistics (transport). Therefore, any activity involving the manufacture, import, export, transport, sale, possession, or consumption of liquor is prohibited, making option 'a' the only comprehensive and correct answer. Options 'b', 'c', and 'd' are incorrect because they describe partial restrictions, which would contradict the 'Prohibition' nature of the 2019 Act.
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 assigned to ensure that the presiding officer has the legal authority to impose the prescribed penalties (fines and imprisonment) associated with the violations of the Act. According to the legal framework of the Act, offences under the MLP Act 2019 are triable by a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class.
- Option (a) is incorrect because a Second Class Magistrate typically has limited sentencing powers that may not cover the maximum penalties prescribed under this specific Act.
- Option (c) and (d) are incorrect because while a CJM or Sessions Judge has the power to try such cases (as they have superior jurisdiction), the Act specifically designates the Judicial Magistrate of the First Class as the primary authority for these trials to ensure efficient judicial administration.
What is the minimum imprisonment for selling liquor illegally?
A)
6 months
B)
1 year
C)
2 years
D)
No minimum imprisonment mentioned
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, the state has implemented a strict prohibition regime. According to the penal provisions of the Act, any person who sells, transports, or possesses liquor illegally is subject to rigorous punishment. Specifically, for the offense of selling liquor, the Act prescribes a minimum term of imprisonment of 1 year, which may extend up to 5 years, along with a fine. This stringent minimum sentence is designed to act as a deterrent against the illegal trade of alcohol within the state of Mizoram. Options (a), (c), and (d) are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory minimum penalty mandated by the 2019 Act.
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, 2019, the power to search, seize, and arrest is not granted to the general public or local council members, nor is it limited solely to police constables. The Act designates specific 'Authorized Officers' or 'Enforcement Officers' (which typically include officers of the Excise & Narcotics Department and designated police officers) who are legally empowered to carry out searches and seizures of prohibited liquor and related materials.
- Option (a) is incorrect because search and seizure are legal powers reserved for state authorities to prevent abuse of power.
- Option (b) is incorrect because while police are involved, the power is vested in 'Authorized Officers' (which includes higher ranks and specific Excise officials), not exclusively constables.
- Option (c) is incorrect because Village/Local Councils do not have statutory powers of search and seizure under this specific Act unless specifically deputized as authorized officers.
- Option (d) is correct as it aligns with the legal framework of the Act which empowers designated enforcement personnel to execute the law.
Possession of liquor without lawful authority is:
A)
Permitted
B)
Regulated
C)
An offence
D)
Taxable only
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, 2019, the state has implemented a prohibition regime. The primary objective of the Act is to prohibit the manufacture, sale, transport, and possession of liquor. According to the legal framework of the Act, any person who possesses liquor without a valid permit or lawful authority granted by the government is committing a violation of the law. Therefore, possession without lawful authority is categorized as a punishable offence.
- Option (a) 'Permitted' is incorrect because the Act is designed to prohibit, not permit, unauthorized possession.
- Option (b) 'Regulated' is incorrect because while the Act regulates certain exemptions, the act of possessing it *without* authority is a breach of law, not a regulated activity.
- Option (d) 'Taxable only' is incorrect because prohibition laws focus on criminal liability and penalties rather than revenue collection through taxation for unauthorized possession.
The NDPS Act was enacted in the year:
A)
1980
B)
1985
C)
1995
D)
2000
Option B is correct: 1985.
According to Section 7 of the Act, what is the minimum punishment for possession of commercial quantity of liquor?
A)
Imprisonment up to 6 months
B)
Imprisonment up to 1 year
C)
Rigorous imprisonment for not less than 1 year, may extend to 5 years and fine not less than 10,000 but may extend to 1,00,000
D)
Only a warning
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, Section 7 deals with the penalties for the possession, sale, transport, or manufacture of liquor. The Act distinguishes between 'small quantities' (personal consumption) and 'commercial quantities'. For the possession of a commercial quantity of liquor, the law prescribes a stringent penalty to deter trafficking and large-scale distribution. Specifically, the minimum punishment is rigorous imprisonment for a term not less than one year, which can extend up to five years, accompanied by a mandatory fine ranging from ₹10,000 to ₹1,00,000. Options (a), (b), and (d) are incorrect as they do not meet the statutory minimum requirements for commercial quantity offenses as defined in the Act.
What is “poppy straw” according to the Act?
A)
Seeds of opium poppy
B)
Flower of opium poppy
C)
Juice of opium poppy
D)
All parts (except seeds) of the opium poppy after harvesting
Option D is correct: All parts (except seeds) of the opium poppy after harvesting.
What is the punishment for issuing a false prescription for liquor?
A)
Fine only
B)
Imprisonment up to 6 months or fine up to 5,000 or both
C)
License suspension
D)
No penalty
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the state maintains a strict prohibition regime. However, liquor may be prescribed for medicinal purposes by a registered medical practitioner. Issuing a false prescription to circumvent the prohibition law is a punishable offense. According to the penal provisions of the Act, any person (specifically medical practitioners or those pretending to be such) who issues a false prescription for liquor is liable to imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months, or a fine which may extend to five thousand rupees, or both. Option (a) is incorrect because it ignores the possibility of imprisonment; option (c) is a professional disciplinary action but not the primary criminal penalty under the Act; and option (d) is incorrect as the Act explicitly penalizes such fraud to prevent the misuse of medicinal exemptions.
Which authority manages the National Fund for Control of Drug Abuse?
A)
State Government only
B)
Supreme Court
C)
Governing Body as per Section 7A
D)
Panchayat
Option C is correct: Governing Body as per Section 7A.
What is a “dry day” as per the amendment?
A)
Day with no rainfall
B)
Day when sale and consumption of liquor is prohibited
C)
Day for cleaning shops
D)
None
In the context of the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act and general excise laws, a 'dry day' is a legally designated day on which the sale, purchase, and often the consumption of alcohol are strictly prohibited. These days are typically declared for national holidays (such as Republic Day, Independence Day, and Gandhi Jayanti) or specific state-mandated dates to maintain public order and observe the solemnity of the occasion. Option (a) refers to meteorological conditions, and option (c) refers to general maintenance, neither of which have any legal standing in the context of the Liquor Prohibition Act.
What does “permit” mean under the MLP Act?
A)
Temporary pass
B)
Official permission to possess, manufacture, etc.
C)
Invitation letter
D)
No meaning
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, a 'permit' is a legal instrument issued by the competent authority (usually the Excise Department or a designated officer). It serves as the official authorization granting a person or entity the legal right to possess, manufacture, transport, or consume liquor under specific conditions and exemptions provided by the Act.
- Option (a) 'Temporary pass' is too narrow, as permits can be long-term or specific to a category of person (e.g., medical grounds).
- Option (c) 'Invitation letter' is a social document and has no legal standing in excise law.
- Option (d) 'No meaning' is incorrect as 'permit' is a defined legal term within the statutory framework of the Act.
The Central Government may make rules for carrying out the purposes of this Act under:
A)
Section 76
B)
Section 36
C)
Section 2
D)
Section 10
Option A is correct: Section 76.
What is the punishment for consumption of cocaine under Section 27?
A)
Up to 1-year rigorous imprisonment or fine up to Rs. 20,000 or both
B)
No punishment
C)
Only a warning
D)
Death penalty
Option A is correct: Up to 1-year rigorous imprisonment or fine up to Rs. 20,000 or both.
Which section provides for the confiscation of goods used to conceal illicit drugs?
A)
Section 54
B)
Section 61
C)
Section 64
D)
Section 8
Option B is correct: Section 61.
What body is empowered to give information about any offence under MLP Act?
A)
Only police
B)
Only Excise officers
C)
Common citizens only
D)
Government officers, Village Council, Local Council, Village Defence Party
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the enforcement of prohibition is a community-supported effort. While Police and Excise officers have the primary legal authority to arrest and seize, the Act empowers a broader range of administrative and community bodies to provide information and report offences to ensure effective monitoring. This includes Government officers, the Village Council (VC), Local Council (LC), and the Village Defence Party (VDP), as these bodies are the primary points of contact and surveillance at the grassroots level in Mizoram. Options a, b, and c are incorrect because they are too restrictive; the Act does not limit the reporting of offences to only one specific group, but rather encourages a collaborative approach between the state administration and local community governance.
According to Rule 47 of the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Rules, 2022, what is the minimum educational qualification required for a chemist in the chemical laboratory of a winery?
A)
Diploma in Science
B)
10th Standard Pass
C)
Certificate in Agriculture
D)
Degree in Science with Chemistry as a subject
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Rules, 2022, Rule 47 specifically outlines the requirements for the appointment of technical staff in a winery's chemical laboratory. To ensure the accuracy of alcohol content testing, quality control, and chemical analysis of spirits/wine, the rules mandate that the Chemist must possess a formal academic background in the field. Specifically, the minimum qualification required is a Degree in Science (B.Sc.) with Chemistry as one of the subjects. Options a, b, and c are incorrect as they do not provide the specialized scientific training necessary to manage a chemical laboratory in a regulated industry like wine production.
Who is allowed to prescribe liquor for medicinal purposes under MLP Act?
A)
Registered Medical Practitioner
B)
Anyone
C)
Storekeeper
D)
Pharmacist
Under the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act, the general prohibition on the manufacture, sale, and consumption of liquor is subject to certain exemptions for medicinal and scientific purposes. Specifically, for liquor to be used as a medicine, it must be prescribed by a Registered Medical Practitioner (RMP). An RMP is a person possessing a recognized medical qualification and registered with the Medical Council of India or a State Medical Council.
- Option (b) 'Anyone' is incorrect because allowing unauthorized persons to prescribe liquor would violate the prohibition laws and pose a public health risk.
- Option (c) 'Storekeeper' is incorrect as they are responsible for inventory and storage, not clinical diagnosis or prescription.
- Option (d) 'Pharmacist' is incorrect because, while a pharmacist dispenses the medication, the legal authority to 'prescribe' the use of a prohibited substance for medicinal purposes rests solely with the diagnosing physician (the Registered Medical Practitioner).
What is considered admissible evidence for proof of intoxication?
A)
Witness statement
B)
Alcohol Breathalyzer result
C)
Written confession
D)
None
Under the legal framework of the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Act and standard criminal procedure for proving intoxication, scientific evidence is prioritized over subjective testimony.
1. **Alcohol Breathalyzer result (Option b):** This is considered objective, scientific evidence. In cases of suspected intoxication, a breathalyzer test or a blood-alcohol concentration (BAC) test provides a quantifiable measurement of alcohol in the system, which is admissible and highly weighted in a court of law to prove the state of intoxication.
2. **Witness statement (Option a):** While witness statements regarding a person's behavior (slurred speech, unsteady gait) can be used as corroborative evidence, they are subjective and often insufficient on their own to legally 'prove' intoxication to a scientific standard.
3. **Written confession (Option c):** A confession of having consumed alcohol may be used, but it is not the primary 'proof of intoxication' (the physiological state), as confessions can be coerced or inaccurate.
Therefore, the Breathalyzer result is the most definitive and admissible scientific proof for intoxication in departmental and legal proceedings.