Q11. Which of the following statements about the Director General of Police (DGP) in Rajasthan is incorrect?
Police Administration: RAS Prelims MCQs
66 RAS Prelims MCQs on police administration in Rajasthan cover the constitutional position of the police, the Rajasthan Police Act, the hierarchy from Station House Officer to Director General, and special units. The explanations give the legal sections and the roles of the officers at each level.
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Q12. The Director General of Police (DGP) of a state is selected from a panel prepared by which of the following bodies?
Explanation
Following Supreme Court directives, the selection of a state’s Director General of Police is conducted through a structured process involving a panel. This panel of eligible senior officers is prepared by the Union Public Service Commission. The state government then chooses the police chief from this shortlisted group to ensure transparency and merit-based appointments in the highest police office.
Q13. What is the primary administrative rationale for appointing an Inspector General (IG) of Police at the Range level?
Explanation
An Inspector General of Police is appointed at the Range level to provide an essential layer of mid-level management. This role involves supervising the police functioning and crime situations across several districts within a specific zone. By overseeing multiple Superintendents of Police, the Inspector General ensures that state headquarters’ directives are consistently implemented and that regional security is maintained.
Q14. Match the territorial units in List I with the corresponding commanding officer ranks in List II:
| Territorial Unit | Commanding Officer Rank |
|---|---|
| A. State | i. Circle Inspector/DySP |
| B. Range | ii. Inspector General |
| C. District | iii. Director General of Police |
| D. Circle | iv. Superintendent of Police |
Explanation
The police organization is divided into specific territorial units, each led by an officer of appropriate rank. The entire state is headed by the Director General of Police, while a Range is managed by an Inspector General. Each district falls under a Superintendent of Police, and a Circle is typically commanded by a Circle Inspector or Deputy Superintendent.
Q15. Consider the following statements and identify the correct option:
Statement I: A Police Range typically comprises two or more Police Districts.
Statement II: The Range Inspector General (IG) holds the power to transfer subordinate police officers across different districts within their Range.
Statement I: A Police Range typically comprises two or more Police Districts.
Statement II: The Range Inspector General (IG) holds the power to transfer subordinate police officers across different districts within their Range.
Explanation
A Police Range is a territorial division that usually encompasses two or more districts for better administrative oversight. The Inspector General in charge of a Range possesses the authority to manage personnel within their jurisdiction.
Q16. Which of the following best describes the role of the Range Inspector General of Police?
Explanation
The Range Inspector General of Police performs a vital supervisory role by conducting regular inspections of police stations within their zone. They provide strategic guidance to the Superintendents of Police on handling major crimes and law enforcement challenges. This middle-management position ensures that the quality of policing remains consistent across various districts and that local leadership receives support.
Q17. Who is the head of the police administration at the district level?
Explanation
The Superintendent of Police is the designated administrative and professional head of the police force at the district level. This officer is responsible for ensuring the efficient functioning of all police stations and specialized units within the district’s boundaries. Their primary duty includes maintaining public peace, preventing criminal activities, and overseeing the overall discipline and welfare of the local force.
Q18. Select the correct hierarchical order of police officers at the district level from highest to lowest:
Explanation
The hierarchical structure within a district police organization starts with the Superintendent of Police at the top. The Additional Superintendent of Police serves as the second-in-command, followed by the Deputy Superintendent of Police who oversees specific sub-divisions. The next level down is the Circle Inspector, who manages a group of police stations, ensuring a clear chain of command.
Q19. Identify the incorrectly matched pair regarding district administration:
Explanation
In district administration, various roles are clearly defined to maintain the separation of powers. The District Collector manages revenue, the Superintendent of Police leads the local police force, and the District Magistrate maintains public order. However, the Superintendent of Police does not head the district judiciary, as judicial functions are managed by independent judges within the court system.
Q20. Consider the following statements regarding the Superintendent of Police (SP):
I. The SP is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime in the district.
II. The SP exercises disciplinary control over subordinate police personnel in the district.
III. The SP can commute judicial sentences awarded by district courts.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
I. The SP is responsible for the prevention and detection of crime in the district.
II. The SP exercises disciplinary control over subordinate police personnel in the district.
III. The SP can commute judicial sentences awarded by district courts.
Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Superintendent of Police is primarily responsible for the prevention and detection of crime within the district. This role involves exercising disciplinary control over subordinate personnel to maintain a professional force. However, the power to commute judicial sentences awarded by courts is a constitutional or statutory authority held by the executive government or higher judiciary, not by the police.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 11 | (c) Power to enact legislation for police modernization |
| 12 | (a) Union Public Service Commission |
| 13 | (b) To supervise police functioning across multiple districts |
| 14 | (a) A-iii, B-ii, C-iv, D-i |
| 15 | (c) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct. |
| 16 | (c) Inspecting stations and guiding Superintendents in the zone |
| 17 | (c) Superintendent of Police |
| 18 | (a) Superintendent of Police > Additional SP > Deputy SP > Circle Inspector |
| 19 | (d) Superintendent of Police - Head of District Judiciary |
| 20 | (a) I and II only |
Key facts from Police Administration
- Police is in the State List of the Seventh Schedule, under Entry 2.
- The Rajasthan Police Act, 2007 replaced the Police Act, 1861.
- A Station House Officer registers an FIR under Section 154 of the CrPC; a police station is a post or place declared by the State.
- The Director General of Police is selected from a panel prepared by the UPSC.
- An Inspector General at the range level supervises police functioning across several districts and guides Superintendents.
- The Special Operations Group (SOG) was set up to combat terrorism, organised mafias and hardened criminals.
Frequently asked questions
How many RAS Prelims practice MCQs are there on Police Administration?
This page has 66 practice MCQs on Police Administration (Rajasthan Polity and Administration). Each has the correct answer, and most have an explanation.
Under which list is Police in the Constitution?
The State List of the Seventh Schedule, under Entry 2. Because it is a State subject, each State has its own police force, which Rajasthan governs through its Police Act of 2007.
Which Act replaced the 1861 Police Act in Rajasthan?
The Rajasthan Police Act, 2007. It replaced the colonial Police Act of 1861 and set out the structure, duties and accountability of the State police, including its watch-dog bodies.
How is the DGP selected?
From a panel of senior IPS officers prepared by the Union Public Service Commission, as the Supreme Court directed in the Prakash Singh case. The State then appoints one officer from the panel.