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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Q41. Consider the following statements and identify the correct option: Statement I: An SHO is legally bound to register an FIR if the information discloses the commission of a cognizable offense. Statement II: The SHO can refuse to register an FIR for a cognizable offense if they personally believe the informant is lying.
Explanation
Legally, a Station House Officer is mandated to register an FIR if the information provided clearly discloses the commission of a cognizable offense. The officer does not have the discretion to refuse registration simply based on a personal belief about the informant’s truthfulness. Such preliminary assessments are meant for the investigation phase, not for the initial reporting stage.
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Q42. Consider the following functions performed at a Police Station: I. Registration of non-cognizable reports (NCR). II. Patrolling and beat management. III. Executing court summons and warrants. IV. Collecting intelligence on local issues. V. Final sentencing of traffic violators. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
Police stations perform a variety of daily functions, including registering non-cognizable reports, managing beat patrolling, and executing court-issued summons or warrants. They also serve as vital hubs for collecting local intelligence. However, they do not have the authority for the final sentencing of traffic violators; sentencing is a judicial function performed by magistrates based on police reports.
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Q43. The primary difference between an Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) and a Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy SP) is based on:
Explanation
While both Assistant Superintendents of Police and Deputy Superintendents of Police may perform similar functional roles in a sub-division, the primary difference lies in their cadre. An ASP is a junior-level officer belonging to the Indian Police Service (IPS). In contrast, a DySP is an officer recruited through the Rajasthan Police Service (RPS), representing the state-level police cadre.
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Q44. Which of the following is typically NOT a duty of a Sub-Inspector assigned to a police station?
Explanation
A Sub-Inspector at a police station is tasked with investigating criminal cases, managing the station malkhana when designated, and conducting inquiries into unnatural deaths. However, they do not have the legal authority to declare the imposition of a curfew in a district. Such high-level executive orders are issued only by authorized officials like the District Magistrate or the state government.
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Q45. Identify the correct pair regarding police rank and shoulder insignia in the Rajasthan Police:
Explanation
In the Rajasthan Police, rank is visually identified through specific shoulder insignia. A Sub- Inspector is identified by two stars along with a red and blue ribbon. A Deputy Superintendent of Police typically has three stars without a ribbon, while an Inspector wears three stars with a ribbon. An Assistant Sub-Inspector is identified by a single star and a ribbon.
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Q46. In police administration, what distinguishes a General Diary from an FIR?
Explanation
The General Diary and the First Information Report serve different purposes in police administration. The GD is a comprehensive daily record of all station activities, personnel movements, and miscellaneous reports.
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Q47. Select the correct logical sequence of an investigation process initiated at a police station:
Explanation
The logical sequence of a criminal investigation begins with the formal registration of a First Information Report. This is followed by a site inspection to understand the crime scene. Subsequently, the investigating officer focuses on the collection of various forms of evidence and witness statements. Finally, based on the findings, a charge sheet is filed in the court.
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Q48. Which of the following statements correctly describes the mandate of the Special Operations Group (SOG) in Rajasthan?
Explanation
The Special Operations Group in Rajasthan is a specialized unit created with a specific mandate. It focuses on tackling high-stakes security challenges, such as organized crime syndicates, terrorism, and the activities of inter-state criminal gangs. Unlike regular district police, the SOG is equipped and trained to handle complex operations that require advanced surveillance and specialized tactical responses.
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Q49. Consider the following statements regarding the Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) in Rajasthan: I. It is an independent agency headed by an officer of the rank of Director General or Additional Director General. II. Its jurisdiction covers only non-gazetted government officials. III. It takes proactive measures, such as organizing traps to catch corrupt officials red-handed. Which of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Explanation
The Anti-Corruption Bureau is an independent agency headed by a high-ranking officer like a Director General. It takes proactive measures, such as organizing traps to catch officials accepting bribes. Its jurisdiction is not limited to non-gazetted staff; it has the authority to investigate corrupt practices among all government officials, including senior gazetted officers, within the administrative framework.
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Q50. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Rajasthan is broadly divided into two main branches. What are they?
Explanation
The Criminal Investigation Department in Rajasthan is organized into two primary branches to handle specialized tasks. The Crime Branch is responsible for investigating complex or sensational criminal cases that require expert handling. The Special Branch, on the other hand, serves as the state’s intelligence wing, focusing on gathering information related to internal security, political developments, and public order.
Answer key for these questions
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Correct answer
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(a) Statement I is correct and Statement II is incorrect.
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(a) I, II, III and IV
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(c) The cadre they belong to (IPS vs RPS)
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(d) Declaring the imposition of curfew in the district
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(c) Sub-Inspector - Two stars with red and blue ribbon
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(b) GD records all station activities; FIR starts investigations
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(b) FIR Registration > Site Inspection > Collection of Evidence > Filing of Charge Sheet
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(a) Tackling organized crime, terrorism, and inter-state gangs
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(b) I and III only
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(d) Crime Branch (CB) and Special Branch (SB)
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.
