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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Q31. Consider the following police personnel at the station level: I. Assistant Sub-Inspector II. Sub-Inspector III. Head Constable IV. Constable Which of the following represents the correct arrangement in ascending order of rank (lowest to highest)?
Explanation
The hierarchy at a police station begins with the Constable, who is the foundational officer for field duties. Above the Constable is the Head Constable, followed by the Assistant Sub-Inspector. The highest rank among these foundational roles is the Sub-Inspector, who often serves as an investigating officer or, in smaller stations, may even function as the Station House Officer.
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Q32. Which of the following statements correctly describes the role of a Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy SP) or Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP)?
Explanation
A Deputy Superintendent of Police or an Assistant Superintendent of Police typically holds the charge of a specific police sub-division. In this capacity, they act as a vital link between the district headquarters and the field. Their primary responsibility involves supervising the work of several Station House Officers, ensuring that investigations and law enforcement activities are conducted correctly and efficiently.
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Q33. Consider the following statements regarding the Circle Inspector (CI) in Rajasthan Police: I. A CI typically supervises multiple police stations within a circle. II. The CI physically registers all FIRs at every police station in their circle. III. The CI guides Sub-Inspectors in the investigation of heinous crimes. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
A Circle Inspector plays a supervisory role by managing multiple police stations within a designated circle. They are responsible for guiding Sub-Inspectors in the investigation of heinous or complex crimes. However, they do not physically register every FIR; the initial registration of reports is the duty of the duty officer or Station House Officer at each individual police station.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Police Administration
Q34. Under which section of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) does a Station House Officer (SHO) register a First Information Report (FIR) for a cognizable offense?
Explanation
Section 154 of the Code of Criminal Procedure provides the legal basis for the registration of a First Information Report. This section mandates that every piece of information relating to the commission of a cognizable offense, if given to an officer in charge of a police station, must be reduced to writing and signed by the person giving it.
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Q35. Identify the odd one out concerning officers who can typically hold the charge of Station House Officer (SHO) of a major police station:
Explanation
In a major police station, the role of Station House Officer is typically held by a Senior Police Inspector, a Senior Sub-Inspector, or a Circle Inspector. These ranks are appropriate for managing station-level operations and investigations. An Additional Superintendent of Police is a higher rank that supervises several circles and does not directly command a single police station.
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Q36. 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 Police Station is considered the basic and most crucial unit of police administration. Reason (R): It is the primary point of contact between the public and the police, where crimes are reported and initial investigations begin.
Explanation
The police station is regarded as the most fundamental unit of police administration because it serves as the primary gateway for citizens to access the criminal justice system. It is the specific location where crimes are initially reported and where the investigation process begins. This direct contact makes it essential for maintaining public trust and ensuring immediate legal response.
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Q37. Consider the following powers and duties of a Station House Officer (SHO): I. Maintenance of the General Diary (Roznamcha). II. Preservation of peace and order within station limits. III. Appointing Deputy Superintendents of Police. IV. Safe custody of property seized during investigations. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
A Station House Officer is responsible for several essential duties, including the maintenance of the General Diary and the preservation of peace within their station’s jurisdiction.
RAS PrelimsRajasthan Polity and Administration · Police Administration
Q38. Match the station records in List I with their corresponding purposes in List II:
Record at Police Station
Purpose
A. General Diary (Roznamcha)
i. Daily record of events and police movements
B. First Information Report (FIR)
ii. Record of habitual offenders
C. Case Diary
iii. Information regarding a cognizable offense
D. History Sheet
iv. Daily record of proceedings in an investigation
Explanation
Police stations maintain several critical records to track their activities and investigations. The General Diary provides a daily log of all events and movements. The First Information Report records details of cognizable offenses, while the Case Diary documents the step-by-step proceedings of a specific investigation. Additionally, History Sheets are used to keep track of known habitual criminal offenders.
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Q39. In Rajasthan, a rural police circle comprising multiple police stations is generally headed by an officer of which rank?
Explanation
In Rajasthan, a rural police circle that encompasses multiple police stations is generally headed by an officer of the rank of Deputy Superintendent of Police. This officer is responsible for supervising the law and order situation and the quality of investigations within that specific sub-division. They ensure that station-level activities are aligned with district-wide police strategies and standards.
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Q40. What is the most appropriate significance of the Police Station in the broader criminal justice system?
Explanation
The most significant role of a police station in the broader criminal justice system is acting as the essential gateway for victims. Through the registration of a First Information Report, the legal process is set in motion. This initial step is vital for ensuring that crimes are documented and that the formal investigative and judicial procedures can follow thereafter.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) IV, III, I, II
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(d) Charge of a sub-division and supervising SHOs under them
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(b) I and III only
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(b) Section 154
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(d) Additional Superintendent of Police
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(a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
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(b) I, II and IV
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(a) A-i, B-iii, C-iv, D-ii
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(a) Deputy Superintendent of Police
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(b) Gateway to the system via FIR registration
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.
