Q21. In the event of a severe breakdown of law and order in a district, what is the standard administrative protocol?
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.
Practice questions based on the RPSC RAS Prelims syllabus. They follow the exam pattern but are not past-paper questions.
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Q22. The post of Superintendent of Police (SP) in a district is usually held by an officer belonging to which service?
Explanation
The position of Superintendent of Police in a district is typically occupied by a member of the Indian Police Service. This All India Service ensures that senior police leadership is professionally trained and maintains high standards of administration across the country. In some cases, senior officers from the Rajasthan Police Service may also be promoted to hold this vital post.
Q23. What is the most appropriate description of the SP’s relationship with the District Magistrate (DM) regarding law and order?
Explanation
The relationship between the Superintendent of Police and the District Magistrate is based on a model of mutual coordination rather than total subordination. While the SP maintains independence in the internal administration and professional management of the police force, they must work closely with the DM on matters concerning public order, crime control, and district safety.
Q24. The following question consists of two statements, one labeled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R). Examine these two statements carefully and select the correct answer:
Assertion (A): The District Magistrate (DM) plays a crucial supervisory role in the district’s criminal administration.
Reason (R): The police act mandates that the Superintendent of Police is answerable to the DM in matters concerning public peace and law and order.
Assertion (A): The District Magistrate (DM) plays a crucial supervisory role in the district’s criminal administration.
Reason (R): The police act mandates that the Superintendent of Police is answerable to the DM in matters concerning public peace and law and order.
Explanation
The District Magistrate holds a crucial supervisory role in the district’s criminal administration to ensure executive oversight. This is because the law mandates that the Superintendent of Police is answerable to the Magistrate regarding matters of public peace and the maintenance of law and order. This dual responsibility ensures that police actions remain aligned with broader administrative and legal objectives.
Q25. Which of the following statements about the administrative powers of the Superintendent of Police is incorrect?
Explanation
The Superintendent of Police exercises significant administrative powers, such as suspending subordinate officers for misconduct and writing confidential reports for Deputy SPs. They also oversee the District Crime Records Bureau. However, the authority to officially declare a geographical area as a new police station is a legal power reserved for the State Government, rather than the district chief.
Q26. In a police district, the Police Lines are under the direct supervision of which officer?
Explanation
Within a police district, the Police Lines serve as the central hub for housing personnel, equipment, and training resources. These lines are under the direct supervision of a Reserve Inspector. Although the Reserve Inspector manages the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the facility, they function under the overall authority and control of the district Superintendent of Police.
Q27. Which of the following is an exception to the powers exercised by a Superintendent of Police?
Explanation
A Superintendent of Police has the power to issue operational directives to field officers and organize crime review meetings. They can also direct the registration of First Information Reports. However, the police cannot independently issue arrest warrants; this is a judicial function. Warrants must be issued by a competent court of law, which the police then execute as required.
Q28. Consider the following statements and identify the correct option:
Statement I: The Superintendent of Police has the authority to transfer Constables and Head Constables within the district.
Statement II: Transfer of Deputy Superintendents of Police is done by the SP without seeking state government approval.
Statement I: The Superintendent of Police has the authority to transfer Constables and Head Constables within the district.
Statement II: Transfer of Deputy Superintendents of Police is done by the SP without seeking state government approval.
Explanation
The Superintendent of Police has the administrative authority to transfer lower-ranking personnel, such as Constables and Head Constables, within their district to manage operational needs. However, the transfer of higher-ranking officers like Deputy Superintendents of Police involves the state government. The SP does not have the power to move these gazetted officers without obtaining formal state approval.
Q29. Match the administrative units in List I with the corresponding heads of unit in List II:
| Administrative Unit | Head of the Unit |
|---|---|
| A. District | i. Beat Constable |
| B. Sub-division | ii. Superintendent of Police |
| C. Police Station | iii. Deputy Superintendent of Police |
| D. Police Beat | iv. Station House Officer |
Explanation
Each level of police administration has a designated head responsible for its operation. The district is led by the Superintendent of Police, while a sub-division is managed by a Deputy Superintendent. A police station is commanded by a Station House Officer, and the smallest unit, the beat, is the responsibility of a Beat Constable for local surveillance and patrolling.
Q30. As per the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) and the Police Act, what constitutes a ‘Police Station’?
Explanation
According to legal definitions in the Code of Criminal Procedure, a police station is any post or place that has been officially declared as such by the State Government. This formal designation is necessary because it confers specific legal powers to the site, allowing it to register offenses, conduct investigations, and provide a base for local law enforcement activities.Answer key for these questions
| Q | Correct answer |
|---|---|
| 21 | (c) Close coordination between SP and DM to restore order |
| 22 | (d) Indian Police Service |
| 23 | (b) Independence in internal affairs but coordinating with DM |
| 24 | (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. |
| 25 | (a) Authority to declare any area as a new police station |
| 26 | (b) Reserve Inspector under the control of the SP |
| 27 | (b) Issuing arrest warrants independently of a court |
| 28 | (a) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect. |
| 29 | (a) A-ii, B-iii, C-iv, D-i |
| 30 | (c) A post or place declared by the State as a police station |
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.