The Mines act Flashcards
What is the primary objective of The Mines Act, 1952? a) To promote mining activities b) To regulate working conditions and ensure safety in mines c) To increase revenue from mining d) To privatize mining operations
b) To regulate working conditions and ensure safety in mines
Under which section is the term “Mine” defined? a) Section 2(j) b) Section 3 c) Section 4 d) Section 5
a) Section 2(j)
Who is responsible for enforcing the Mines Act? a) The owner of the mine b) The Chief Inspector of Mines c) The District Magistrate d) The Ministry of Labour
b) The Chief Inspector of Mines
The Mines Act applies to which type of mines? a) Only coal mines b) Only underground mines c) Both open-cast and underground mines d) Only iron ore mines
c) Both open-cast and underground mines
What is the minimum age for employment in a mine as per the Act? a) 14 years b) 16 years c) 18 years d) 21 years
c) 18 years
Under which section is the employment of women prohibited in underground mines? a) Section 19 b) Section 25 c) Section 34 d) Section 46
d) Section 46
Under which section must first-aid and medical appliances be provided in a mine? a) Section 17 b) Section 18 c) Section 21 d) Section 22
b) Section 18
Which government body is responsible for making rules under The Mines Act? a) Supreme Court b) Central Government c) State Government d) District Magistrate
b) Central Government
What is the maximum weekly working hours for an adult worker in a mine? a) 35 hours b) 40 hours c) 48 hours d) 56 hours
c) 48 hours
Under which section must mine owners provide drinking water facilities? a) Section 19 b) Section 20 c) Section 21 d) Section 22
a) Section 19
Who has the power to close a mine if unsafe conditions exist? a) The mine manager b) The Chief Inspector of Mines c) The workers’ union d) The Ministry of Mines
b) The Chief Inspector of Mines
What is the penalty for obstructing an inspector under The Mines Act? a) ₹500 fine b) ₹1000 fine or 3 months imprisonment c) ₹2000 fine or 6 months imprisonment d) ₹5000 fine or 1 year imprisonment
b) ₹1000 fine or 3 months imprisonment
Under which section is compensation provided to workers in case of accidents? a) Section 22 b) Section 23 c) Section 24 d) Section 25
c) Section 24
The term “owner” in a mine includes which of the following? a) Only the person who owns the mine b) The mine operator and lessee c) Only the government d) Only the contractor
b) The mine operator and lessee
Under which section are safety measures, such as fencing of machinery, covered? a) Section 19 b) Section 21 c) Section 23 d) Section 26
b) Section 21
What is the maximum daily working hours for an adult worker in a mine? a) 8 hours b) 10 hours c) 12 hours d) No limit
a) 8 hours
Under which section are accident reports in mines mandatory? a) Section 21 b) Section 22 c) Section 23 d) Section 24
d) Section 24
Which section of The Mines Act defines “Inspector”? a) Section 2(d) b) Section 4 c) Section 6 d) Section 10
a) Section 2(d)
What is the penalty for employing a person below 18 years in a mine? a) ₹500 fine b) ₹1000 fine c) ₹2000 fine or 6 months imprisonment d) ₹5000 fine or 1 year imprisonment
c) ₹2000 fine or 6 months imprisonment
Under which section must lighting be provided in every mine? a) Section 16 b) Section 18 c) Section 19 d) Section 20
a) Section 16
Which of the following is not a responsibility of the mine owner under The Mines Act? a) Providing drinking water b) Ensuring fair wages c) Ensuring worker safety d) Providing entertainment facilities
d) Providing entertainment facilities
The Mines Act prohibits night shifts for which category of workers? a) Men above 45 years b) Women workers c) Contract workers d) Skilled workers
b) Women workers
Under which section must canteen facilities be provided if 250+ workers are employed? a) Section 15 b) Section 16 c) Section 17 d) Section 18
c) Section 17
What is the rest interval for workers after five continuous hours of work? a) 15 minutes b) 30 minutes c) 45 minutes d) 1 hour
b) 30 minutes
Which section empowers the government to make rules for health and safety in mines? a) Section 54 b) Section 58 c) Section 60 d) Section 62
b) Section 58
Under which section is the term “worker” defined? a) Section 2(l) b) Section 3 c) Section 5 d) Section 7
a) Section 2(l)
What is the penalty for a mine owner if he violates safety provisions under The Mines Act? a) ₹1000 fine b) ₹2000 fine or 3 months imprisonment c) ₹5000 fine or 1-year imprisonment d) ₹10,000 fine or 2 years imprisonment
c) ₹5000 fine or 1-year imprisonment
Under which section are measures to control dust and fumes in mines specified? a) Section 18 b) Section 19 c) Section 20 d) Section 21
c) Section 20
What is the minimum notice period required for the closure of a mine under Section 20? a) 30 days b) 60 days c) 90 days d) 120 days
b) 60 days
Under which section must a register of persons employed in a mine be maintained? a) Section 18 b) Section 19 c) Section 48 d) Section 49
c) Section 48
Under The Mines Act, how often should medical examinations be conducted for workers exposed to hazardous conditions? a) Once every 6 months b) Once a year c) Once every 3 years d) Once every 5 years
b) Once a year
Who has the power to modify or relax provisions of The Mines Act in special cases? a) The Chief Inspector of Mines b) The Central Government c) The State Government d) The Supreme Court
b) The Central Government
What is the rest interval for underground workers after continuous work? a) 30 minutes after 4 hours b) 30 minutes after 5 hours c) 45 minutes after 6 hours d) 1 hour after 5 hours
b) 30 minutes after 5 hours
Under which section must a mine manager be appointed? a) Section 14 b) Section 17 c) Section 48 d) Section 49
a) Section 14
Which of the following welfare facilities is NOT mandatory under The Mines Act? a) First-aid appliances b) Canteen c) Free education for workers’ children d) Shelters/restrooms
c) Free education for workers’ children
Under which section must a weekly day of rest be provided? a) Section 20 b) Section 21 c) Section 22 d) Section 23
c) Section 22
Who is responsible for maintaining ventilation and air quality in an underground mine? a) The mine foreman b) The mine manager c) The Chief Inspector of Mines d) The principal employer
b) The mine manager
What is the maximum overtime limit per quarter for a mine worker? a) 25 hours b) 50 hours c) 75 hours d) 100 hours
c) 75 hours
Under which section are training and certification for mining staff specified? a) Section 20 b) Section 26 c) Section 30 d) Section 33
b) Section 26
Which of the following is not a responsibility of the Chief Inspector of Mines? a) Granting mining licenses b) Conducting inspections c) Enforcing safety regulations d) Investigating accidents
a) Granting mining licenses
Under which section must safety equipment, such as helmets and protective gear, be provided? a) Section 16 b) Section 18 c) Section 21 d) Section 22
a) Section 16
What is the maximum fine for providing false information under The Mines Act? a) ₹1000 b) ₹2000 c) ₹5000 d) ₹10,000
c) ₹5000
Which government body has the authority to make rules regarding mine safety? a) Labour Ministry b) Central Government c) State Government d) Ministry of Mines
b) Central Government
Under which section must a mine employer report an accident? a) Section 21 b) Section 22 c) Section 23 d) Section 24
d) Section 24
The Mines Act requires employers to provide separate restrooms for which category of workers? a) Only senior employees b) Women workers c) Employees working overtime d) Migrant workers
b) Women workers
Which section deals with appointment of safety officers in mines? a) Section 40 b) Section 42 c) Section 44 d) Section 46
b) Section 42
How many hours of continuous work require an employer to provide a meal break? a) 4 hours b) 5 hours c) 6 hours d) 8 hours
b) 5 hours
Under which section must records of accidents and diseases be maintained? a) Section 24 b) Section 25 c) Section 26 d) Section 27
b) Section 25
What is the maximum imprisonment term for violating the safety provisions of The Mines Act? a) 3 months b) 6 months c) 1 year d) 2 years
d) 2 years
Which of the following statutory bodies oversees the implementation of The Mines Act? a) Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS) b) Labour Tribunal c) Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) d) Coal India Limited
a) Directorate General of Mines Safety (DGMS)
