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How many Parts does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION have in total? |
IV (FOUR) |
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How many Chapters does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION have in total? |
XXXVII (37) |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION have in total? |
554 |
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PART-1 |
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POWERS AND DUTIES OF OFFICERS |
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How many Chapters does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part I have in total? |
Chapter I to chapter IX |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part I have in total? |
Para 1 TO Para 96-A |
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CHAPTER-1 |
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SUPERIOR OFFICERS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter I have in total? |
Para 1 TO Para 17-A |
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PARA-1 |
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POWERS AND STATUS OF INSPECTOR GENERAL-CUM-DIRECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE |
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Who is the head of the Police Department? |
The Inspector General-cum-Director General of Police (DGP) |
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Who is the adviser to the Governor in Council on police administration? |
The DGP |
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On what matters does the DGP advise the Governor in Council? |
All questions of police administration |
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Through whom are the Governor in Council’s orders to police officers issued? |
Through the DGP |
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What happens in urgent cases where orders are issued directly to subordinate officers? |
Copies of such orders are sent to the DGP |
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Can a police officer correspond directly with the Governor in Council? |
No |
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When can a police officer correspond directly with the Governor in Council? |
When specially authorized by rule |
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With which category of officers is the DGP mainly concerned administratively? |
Gazette officers |
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Who is responsible for the general allocation of staff? |
The DGP |
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Who is responsible for the general distribution of funds? |
The DGP |
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Who has complete responsibility for non-gazetted staff? |
The Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) |
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Which officer handles routine responsibility for non-gazetted staff? |
The DIG |
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Who controls the posting of inspectors in certain cities and stations? |
The DGP |
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Who controls the transfer of inspectors in certain cities and stations? |
The DGP |
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Who grants leave to inspectors in certain cities and stations? |
The DGP |
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Who regulates the posting of clerical staff? |
The DGP |
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Who regulates the transfer of clerical staff? |
The DGP |
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Who regulates the promotion of clerical staff? |
The DGP |
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What is the DGP’s routine administrative focus? |
Gazette officers, staff allocation, and fund distribution |
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PARA-1A |
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POWERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF ADDITIONAL INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE |
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Who is the in-charge and supervising officer of a police region? |
The Additional Inspector General of Police (Addl. IG) |
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Who provides guidance to the Deputy Inspectors-General of the region? |
The Additional Inspector General of Police |
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What is the primary supervisory role of the Addl. IG? |
To supervise and control the region under him |
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Who has the authority to transfer non-gazetted officers within the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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At what level are inter-region transfers carried out? |
At the Police Headquarters level |
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On whose recommendation are inter-region transfer orders passed? |
The concerned Addl. IG |
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Who disposes of representations of employees posted in the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who decides appeals of regional employees? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who disposes of revision petitions of employees in the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who handles petitions submitted by employees of the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who grants casual leave to gazetted officers of the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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Casual leave to gazetted officers was earlier granted by whom? |
The Inspector-General of Police |
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Who gives opinion on the work of gazetted officers for annual entries? |
The Addl. IG |
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To whom is the work opinion of gazetted officers submitted? |
The Inspector-General of Police |
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Who assists in offices relating to annual performance entries? |
The Deputy Inspector-General |
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Who supervises both gazetted and non-gazetted officers at the regional level? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who exercises administrative control over regional employees? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who ensures proper disposal of service-related grievances in the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who regulates intra-region transfers of non-gazetted staff? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who acts as the regional supervisory authority over Deputy Inspectors-General? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who evaluates the work performance of gazetted officers in the region? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who forwards performance opinions for annual confidential reports? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who may be assigned additional duties by the Administration? |
The Addl. IG |
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Who may entrust additional functions to the Addl. IG? |
The Administration or the Inspector-General of Police |
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PARA-2 |
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POWERS AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF DEPUTY INSPECTORS-GENERAL AS THE IN-CHARGE OF RANGES |
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Who acts as the in-charge of ranges of districts? |
The Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) |
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For what is the DIG of a range primarily responsible? |
The efficiency of the police in his range |
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What must the DIG ensure regarding district administration? |
That a proper level of district administration is maintained |
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With whom must the DIG remain in close touch? |
The Superintendents of districts |
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What assistance must the DIG provide to Superintendents? |
Aid, advice, or control |
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How often must the DIG inspect each district Superintendent’s work? |
At least once a year |
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What must the DIG prepare after inspection? |
An inspection report |
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In what form must the inspection report be prepared? |
In the prescribed form |
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Under which heading must observations always be recorded even if all is in order? |
“Crime Working” (Heading VIII) |
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Which other heading must be recorded if necessary? |
“General” (Heading IX) |
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When is the DIG not required to record observations under other headings? |
When everything is in order and no action is required |
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What kind of matters should be mentioned in the inspection report? |
Matters useful for guidance of district staff or successor |
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Whose guidance should the inspection report primarily serve? |
District staff and the DIG’s successor |
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What must the DIG do immediately after completing inspection? |
Take action to remedy defects within his powers |
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What should the DIG do if defects are beyond his powers to correct? |
Refer them to the Inspector-General |
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Which types of issues must be referred to the Inspector-General? |
Grave defects or questions of principle |
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PARA-3 |
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DUTIES OF DEPUTY INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE IN HIS RANGE. |
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For what is the Deputy Inspector-General (DIG) responsible in his range? |
General supervision of crime |
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What must the DIG ensure during serious crime outbreaks? |
Proper measures are taken to deal with them |
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What must the DIG promote between districts? |
Co-operation |
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Which register must the DIG maintain regarding organized banditry? |
Dacoity register |
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Which homicide-related register must the DIG maintain? |
Murder register |
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Which violent theft-related register must be maintained by the DIG? |
Robbery register |
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Which poisoning-related register must the DIG keep? |
Poisoning register |
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What type of additional cases must be recorded in registers? |
Miscellaneous cases |
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In which prescribed format are crime registers maintained? |
Inspector-General’s Form No. 138 |
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How often must the DIG submit a crime report to the Inspector-General? |
Fortnightly |
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What must be included in the DIG’s fortnightly crime report? |
Matters relating to his range requiring attention |
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What statement must be attached to the fortnightly crime report? |
Statement of dacoities |
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What details are given in the dacoity statement? |
Very brief particulars of each case |
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In which cases must special crime reports be sent to the Inspector-General? |
Exceptional cases |
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Who must report specially important matters directly to the Inspector-General? |
Superintendents |
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To whom must Superintendents also report important matters besides the IG? |
The DIG |
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Give an example of a matter requiring immediate Government information. |
Serious breach of the peace |
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What type of communal conflict must be immediately reported? |
Collisions between Europeans and Indians |
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What political matters require immediate reporting? |
Important matters of political nature |
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Who is generally the channel of communication to the Inspector-General? |
The DIG |
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What must the DIG prepare after receiving district annual administration reports? |
A review of the whole range |
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To whom does the DIG submit the range review? |
The Inspector-General |
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What should be specially noted in the DIG’s range review? |
Cases deserving special mention in the provincial report |
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Which DIG is responsible for Education and Training? |
DIG, Education and Training |
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What centres does the DIG (Education & Training) supervise? |
Range Training Centres |
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What must the DIG (Education & Training) inspect periodically? |
Range Training Centres |
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What must the DIG keep updated regarding training? |
Latest methods of training introduced elsewhere |
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Where must new training methods be adopted? |
Police Training Institutions |
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Which college is supervised by the DIG (Education & Training)? |
Police Training College, Moradabad |
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Which Armed Police centre is supervised by him? |
Armed Police Training Centre |
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Which workshop is supervised but not under his administrative control? |
Police Motor Transport Workshop, Sitapur |
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Which Wireless Station is supervised by him? |
Wireless Station, Lucknow |
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Which institution remains under his administrative control? |
Police Training College, Moradabad |
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What manuals must the DIG revise? |
Police Training Manuals |
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What must the DIG draft when necessary? |
New training manuals |
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Who ensures coordination of crime control across districts? |
The DIG |
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Who ensures reporting of exceptional crimes to higher authority? |
The DIG |
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Who compiles the consolidated crime review of the range? |
The DIG |
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Who acts as the main communication channel between districts and the IG? |
The DIG |
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Who supervises training reforms and curriculum updates in police institutions? |
The DIG (Education & Training) |
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PARA-4 |
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POWERS OF ASSISTANT TO THE INSPECTOR-GENERAL, GOVERNMENT RAILWAY POLICE |
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Who exercises powers similar to a Range Deputy Inspector-General for railway police sections? |
The Assistant to the Inspector-General in charge of the Government Railway Police |
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In relation to which units does the Assistant to the IG exercise his authority? |
Railway police sections under his charge |
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What level of authority does the Assistant to the IG possess in railway police sections? |
Powers, duties, and responsibilities of a Range DIG |
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Which officer’s powers are equivalent to those of the Assistant to the IG in railway sections? |
A Range Deputy Inspector-General |
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Does the Assistant to the IG have authority over administrative duties of railway police sections? |
Yes |
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Does the Assistant to the IG possess supervisory responsibilities similar to a Range DIG? |
Yes |
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Which power is not vested in the Assistant to the IG? |
The power to dismiss an Inspector or Sub-Inspector |
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Who holds the power to dismiss an Inspector or Sub-Inspector in railway police sections? |
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police Headquarters and Railway |
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PARA-5 |
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POWERS OF COMMISSIONER |
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What does the term “Commissioner” include in Police Regulations? |
A Collector or Deputy Commissioner in charge of a division |
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Who may act as Commissioner under Police Regulations? |
A Collector |
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Who may also act as Commissioner under Police Regulations? |
A Deputy Commissioner in charge of a division |
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Over whom does the Commissioner exercise general supervision? |
District Magistrates of the division |
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In which matters does the Commissioner supervise District Magistrates? |
Matters relating to the Police |
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Does the Commissioner supervise only police matters? |
No, also other branches of administration |
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What type of power does the Commissioner exercise over District Magistrates? |
General power of supervision |
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In which territorial unit does the Commissioner function? |
A division |
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Who supervises police administration at the divisional level? |
The Commissioner |
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Who ensures coordination between police and district administration at divisional level? |
The Commissioner |
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Which officer has supervisory authority over District Magistrates regarding police matters? |
The Commissioner |
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Does the Commissioner’s supervisory power extend beyond police matters? |
Yes |
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In what document are the Commissioner’s duties regarding the Annual Administration Report mentioned? |
The Office Manual (Paragraph 62) |
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Which paragraph of the Office Manual deals with Commissioner’s duties on Annual Administration Report? |
Paragraph 62 |
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Who oversees the functioning of District Magistrates in police administration within a division? |
The Commissioner |
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What administrative level does the Commissioner primarily operate at? |
Divisional level |
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Who acts as supervisory authority over District Magistrates in a division? |
The Commissioner |
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What is the Commissioner’s role in relation to Annual Administration Reports? |
Duties as prescribed in the Office Manual |
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Does the term Commissioner refer only to one specific designation? |
No |
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Which officers are included within the definition of Commissioner in Police Regulations? |
Collector or Deputy Commissioner in charge of a division |
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PARA-6 |
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POWERS OF DISTRICT MAGISTRATE OF THE DISTRICT |
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Who is the head of the criminal administration of the district? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who controls and directs the action of the police in a district? |
The District Magistrate |
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In what capacity does the District Magistrate control police action? |
As head of criminal administration |
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Who has special powers regarding allocation of village guard? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who exercises departmental powers concerning punishment of village guard? |
The District Magistrate |
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Whose approval is necessary for transfer of inspectors in the district? |
The District Magistrate |
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Whose approval is required for transfer of officers in charge of police stations? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who may recommend entries in service and character rolls of police personnel? |
The District Magistrate |
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Through whose office must certain correspondence of the Superintendent pass? |
The District Magistrate’s office |
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Which type of correspondence must pass through the District Magistrate’s office? |
Correspondence relating to buildings |
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Which administrative matters require routing through the District Magistrate’s office? |
Matters affecting general district administration |
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In what role does the District Magistrate act while supervising district administration? |
Chief Executive Officer of the district |
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Who supervises correspondence affecting district administration before it reaches the Inspector-General? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who ensures coordination between police administration and district executive administration? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who holds authority over administrative matters relating to village chaukidars? |
The District Magistrate |
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In districts where the Collector/Deputy Commissioner is divisional incharge, who exercises transfer-related functions? |
Additional District Magistrate (Executive) |
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Who performs the transfer-related functions when the Collector/Deputy Commissioner is divisional incharge? |
Additional District Magistrate (Executive) |
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Who has supervisory authority over criminal administration at the district level? |
The District Magistrate |
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PARA-7 |
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INFORMATION TO DISTRICT MAGISTRATE OF ALL SERIOUS CRIMES AND OF ANY SUDDEN INCREASE IN VOLUME OF CRIME |
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Who must promptly inform the District Magistrate of all serious crimes? |
The Superintendent |
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Who should be informed about any sudden increase in the volume of crime? |
The District Magistrate |
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What type of crimes must be immediately reported to the District Magistrate? |
All serious crimes |
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Who receives a fortnightly review of crime in the district? |
The District Magistrate |
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What should the crime review include? |
Localization and causes of crime |
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How often should the District Magistrate receive a crime review? |
Fortnightly |
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Who receives a similar crime review as per range orders? |
The Deputy Inspector-General |
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How frequently may the crime review be sent to the DIG? |
Fortnightly or monthly |
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According to what are crime reviews sent to the DIG? |
Range orders |
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Who must keep the District Magistrate informed of important police events? |
The Superintendent |
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From whose point of view should important events be reported? |
Police point of view |
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What should the Superintendent frequently seek with the District Magistrate? |
Personal discussion |
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What should replace oral discussions when both officers are not together? |
Demi-official correspondence |
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When is demi-official correspondence necessary? |
When both officers are not at headquarters or on tour together |
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If the Superintendent is on tour and the Magistrate is at headquarters, who provides urgent information? |
The police officer-in-charge at headquarters |
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Who ensures that urgent information reaches the District Magistrate quickly in absence of the Superintendent? |
The police officer-in-charge at headquarters |
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Who is responsible for ensuring prompt communication of serious crimes? |
The Superintendent |
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What must be reported besides serious crimes? |
Sudden increase in crime volume |
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Who ensures coordination between police administration and district magistracy regarding crime? |
The Superintendent |
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What is the purpose of the crime review sent to the District Magistrate? |
To inform about crime trends and causes |
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Who ensures that crime localization details are communicated? |
The Superintendent |
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What type of communication should substitute in absence of face-to-face meetings? |
Demi-official correspondence |
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Who must maintain continuous communication with the District Magistrate regarding crime? |
The Superintendent |
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Who ensures the Magistrate is not deprived of urgent crime information? |
The police officer-in-charge at headquarters |
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Who is kept regularly informed about crime conditions in the district? |
The District Magistrate |
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PARA-7A |
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POWERS OF D.M. TO ASK THE S.P. TO INSTITUTE AN ENQUIRY IN CASE OF ANY INSTANCE OF INACTION, CORRUPTION, HARASSMENT, ABUSE OF AUTHORITY OR WRONGFUL DETENTION BY POLICE |
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Who has the authority to act when instances of police inaction come to notice? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who can order an enquiry into police corruption? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who may direct enquiry in cases of police harassment? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who can intervene in cases of abuse of authority by police? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who has power to act in cases of wrongful detention by police? |
The District Magistrate |
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Whom does the District Magistrate ask to institute an enquiry? |
The Superintendent of Police (SP) |
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How soon must the enquiry be instituted by the SP? |
Promptly |
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To whom must the SP report the result of the enquiry? |
The District Magistrate |
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What must accompany the enquiry report? |
All relevant records and papers |
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Who decides whether disciplinary action should be taken after enquiry? |
The District Magistrate (by directing the SP) |
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Who takes disciplinary action against a police officer found at fault? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who has the power to ask the SP to take disciplinary action? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who advises on the adequacy of punishment awarded in disciplinary proceedings? |
The District Magistrate |
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Who reviews complaints against police every month? |
The District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police jointly |
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How often are complaints against police jointly reviewed? |
Every month |
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PARA-7B |
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Who must immediately inform the District Magistrate when a law and order situation arises? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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What type of situation must be reported immediately to the District Magistrate? |
A situation affecting general law and order |
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By what means should the information be sent to the District Magistrate? |
The quickest means available |
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Whose instructions must the Superintendent of Police seek in such situations? |
The District Magistrate |
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For what purpose are the District Magistrate’s instructions sought? |
Steps to be taken to meet the situation |
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When may the Superintendent of Police be unable to seek prior instructions? |
When circumstances make it impracticable |
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After reporting, whose instructions guide further action? |
The District Magistrate’s instructions |
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With whom must the Superintendent of Police maintain continuous consultation? |
The District Magistrate |
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PARA-8 |
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INSTRUCTIONS TO DM IN THE EXERCISE OF HIS POWER OF CONTROL. |
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Who must avoid weakening the Superintendent’s authority while exercising control? |
The District Magistrate |
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What should the District Magistrate avoid while exercising his power of control? |
Weakening the Superintendent’s authority |
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Whose authority must not be undermined by the District Magistrate? |
The Superintendent’s authority |
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How should differences of opinion between the District Magistrate and Superintendent be settled? |
Privately |
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Should disagreements between the District Magistrate and Superintendent be public? |
No |
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What must not be apparent between the two officers? |
Friction |
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PARA-9 |
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INSPECTION OF POLICE STATIONS BY D.M |
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Who should normally inspect each police station once every financial year? |
The District Magistrate |
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How often should the District Magistrate inspect each police station? |
Once during a financial year |
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To whom may the District Magistrate entrust inspection of less important police stations? |
Additional District Magistrate (Executive) |
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Who must ensure that Sub-Divisional Magistrates inspect police stations in their subdivisions? |
The District Magistrate |
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How many inspections must Sub-Divisional Magistrates conduct annually? |
One detailed inspection and one surprise inspection |
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In what period must Sub-Divisional Magistrates complete inspections? |
During a financial year |
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What two-fold duty must the District Magistrate impress upon Sub-Divisional Magistrates? |
To support police in enforcing law and order and prevent injustice |
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Who may direct subordinate Magistrates to inspect police stations? |
The District Magistrate |
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Which class of Magistrates should not ordinarily be directed to inspect police stations? |
Third class Magistrates |
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When may third class Magistrates inspect police stations? |
When necessary as part of their training |
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What must be kept at every police station for Magistrates’ inspections? |
An inspection book with blank pages |
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Who uses the inspection book kept at police stations? |
Magistrates |
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What form must be pasted inside the inspection book cover? |
Summary of crime in Form No. 390 |
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Where should the crime summary be pasted? |
Inside the cover of the inspection book |
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Who forwards the inspection book to the District Magistrate for information? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who receives inspection notes for information after forwarding by the SP? |
The District Magistrate |
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PARA-10 |
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TO OBTAIN SANCTION OF THE DM TO THE EXPUNCTION OF A CRIME FROM THE CRIME REGISTER |
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Whose sanction is necessary for expunction of a crime from the crime register? |
The District Magistrate |
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What action requires prior approval of the District Magistrate? |
Expunction of a crime from the crime register |
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Is District Magistrate’s sanction required for all crime expunctions? |
Yes, except railway police cases |
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Which cases are exempt from requiring District Magistrate’s sanction for expunction? |
Railway police cases |
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Whose sanction is required for expunction of railway police crime cases? |
The Deputy Inspector-General of Police in charge of railway police |
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PARA-10A |
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In which situation are the functions under this paragraph not exercised by the District Magistrate? |
When the Collector/Deputy Commissioner is in charge of the division |
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Who exercises the functions under this paragraph when the Collector/Deputy Commissioner is divisional in charge? |
The Additional District Magistrate (Executive) |
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When does the Additional District Magistrate (Executive) assume these functions? |
When the Collector/Deputy Commissioner acts as divisional in charge |
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Which officer performs the District Magistrate’s functions in such districts? |
The Additional District Magistrate (Executive) |
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What administrative condition leads to transfer of these functions to the ADM (Executive)? |
Collector/Deputy Commissioner being divisional in charge |
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PARA-11 |
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THE POWERS OF A SUPERINTENDENT IN LICENSING AND REGULATING PROSECUTIONS. |
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Under whose control must the Superintendent exercise powers of licensing and regulating prosecutions? |
The District Magistrate |
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Which officer’s powers in regulating prosecutions are subject to District Magistrate’s control? |
Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent |
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What must police ensure during religious processions and public ceremonies? |
Maintenance of order |
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What must police prevent during processions with established customs? |
Deviations from the prescribed route and procedure |
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How are routes for many religious processions generally determined? |
By long-standing custom or competent authority |
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Who ensures adherence to prescribed procession routes? |
The police |
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What must police ensure regarding the procedure of public ceremonies? |
That prescribed procedures are followed |
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What should be done if participants refuse to follow the prescribed time and route? |
Inform them they will not be allowed later or differently |
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Are processions allowed after the prescribed time if not followed earlier? |
No |
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Can processions be conducted by an alternative route without permission? |
No |
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Can ceremonies be conducted in a different manner than prescribed? |
No |
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In special cases without established custom, whose instructions must the police follow? |
The District Magistrate |
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Whose instructions should be followed if the District Magistrate is absent? |
The Sub-Divisional or other empowered Magistrate empowered to pass an order under Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure. (SEC 163 BNSS,2023) |
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Which Magistrate may pass orders when special cases arise? |
Magistrate empowered to issue necessary orders |
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What should police do before regulating a new procession route in special cases? |
Apply for instructions from the Magistrate |
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What should the officer-in-charge do if no Magistrate is available? |
Use his own discretion |
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On what basis should the officer-in-charge exercise discretion in absence of a Magistrate? |
Previous practice |
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PARA-12 |
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STATUS OF SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE |
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Who is the head of the police force in a district? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who is responsible for police efficiency and discipline in the district? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who ensures proper performance of police duties in the district? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who must ensure that court orders are promptly carried out? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Whose responsibility is it to execute orders of competent authorities? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Through whom must all communications between magistrates and police be conveyed? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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From whom must all police orders and instructions originate? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Can magistrates communicate directly with the police force? |
No, except as specifically provided |
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When can magisterial courts send processes directly to a police station? |
When not at district headquarters and for service within the same sub-division |
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Under which law are such summonses and warrants issued? |
Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973/ BNSS |
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Which chapters of the CrPC/BNSS are mentioned for direct process issuance? |
Chapters VI, VII, X and Section 421 of CRPC (CHAPTER VI, VII, XI AND SEC 461 BNSS,2023) |
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To whom may such processes be sent directly in permitted cases? |
The concerned police station |
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Are such processes required to pass through the SP’s office in permitted cases? |
No |
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After service, where should such processes be returned? |
Directly to the issuing Court |
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Who supervises overall police administration in the district? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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PARA-13 |
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE. |
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Where should the Superintendent ordinarily attend on working days? |
His office |
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When should the Superintendent transact official business at his residence? |
Only for confidential matters |
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Where should the Superintendent normally conduct official business? |
In his office |
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How should the Superintendent be available to the public at his residence? |
Readily accessible |
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What should the Superintendent encourage from members of the public? |
Free communication of ideas |
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Why should the Superintendent encourage public interaction? |
To obtain wider sources of information |
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With whom should the Superintendent keep in touch within the district? |
Police pensioners |
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Who must ensure annual gazetted officer inspection of every police station? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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How often must the Superintendent personally visit every police station? |
At least once a year |
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Should touring be confined only to cold weather? |
No |
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When should outlying police stations also be visited? |
During hot weather and rains |
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How often should the Superintendent fully inspect district headquarters police stations? |
Preferably once a year |
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What is the minimum period within which district headquarters stations must be fully inspected? |
At least once every three years |
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When must the Superintendent inspect reserve lines annually? |
Between July 1 and the cold-weather district inspection |
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Under which guidance should the reserve line inspection be conducted? |
Head V of the district inspection report format |
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Where should lines inspection reports be recorded? |
English office inspection book |
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Attendance at which yearly conference is essential for the Superintendent? |
The yearly excise conference |
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What should Superintendents of border districts arrange annually? |
Meetings with neighbouring district officials |
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How often should meetings with neighbouring district officials occur? |
At least once a year, preferably more often |
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Who prepares the record of such inter-district meetings? |
The Superintendent |
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To whom should the meeting record be forwarded? |
The Range Deputy Inspector-General |
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PARA-14 |
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TO FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS CONTAINED IN M.G.O.S, WHEN A DISTRICT OFFICER GIVING OVER A CHARGE OF A DISTRICT |
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What must the Superintendent follow when giving over charge of a district? |
Directions in the Manual of Government Orders |
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Which manual prescribes preparation of a confidential memorandum while handing over charge? |
Manual of Government Orders |
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Who must prepare a confidential memorandum while transferring charge? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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What document must be prepared when a district officer gives over charge? |
A confidential memorandum |
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Are the M.G.O. directions binding on the Superintendent while handing over charge? |
Yes |
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Should the Superintendent modify the prescribed subjects in the memorandum? |
Yes, to suit police requirements |
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Why should subjects in the memorandum be changed? |
To meet police requirements |
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PARA-15 |
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ENTRIES IN ENGLISH ORDER BOOK (PRESENTLY KNOWN AS HINDI ORDER BOOK) |
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Who writes the Order Book daily? |
An officer not below the rank of Inspector |
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Who signs the Order Book daily? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who signs the Order Book in the absence of the Superintendent? |
Officer-in-charge at headquarters |
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What must the Superintendent do after returning to headquarters? |
Examine and certify the entries for the absence period |
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For how long must the Order Book be preserved? |
Forty-five years after completion |
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What type of orders are entered in the Order Book? |
Executive orders concerning internal economy of the constabulary |
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Are appointment orders recorded in the Order Book? |
Yes |
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Are punishment orders entered in the Order Book? |
Yes |
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Are transfer orders entered in the Order Book? |
Yes |
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Are leave orders entered in the Order Book? |
Yes |
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Are posting orders entered in the Order Book? |
Yes |
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Are orders regarding supply and relief of guards recorded? |
Yes |
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What must be specified in escort-related orders? |
Number of prisoners or amount of treasure |
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What is the present name of the English Order Book? |
Hindi Order Book |
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PARA-16 |
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ENTRIES OF ALL COGNIZABLE CRIMES REPORTED AT POLICE STATIONS IN CRIME REGISTER |
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Which crimes must be entered in the crime register? |
All cognizable crimes reported at police stations |
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In which register are cognizable crimes entered? |
English Crime Register |
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How is the crime register organized for police stations? |
A separate portion is assigned to each police station |
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Within each station’s portion, how are crimes classified? |
Into six classes of crime specified in Statement ‘A’ |
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Who may assign separate papers for a particular frequent crime? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Example of a crime for which separate papers may be assigned? |
Cattle theft |
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Who may fill the first eight columns of the register? |
The Superintendent’s reader |
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Which column must the Superintendent fill personally? |
Column of remarks |
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Who may maintain the register portion of a sub-division if directed? |
Assistant or Deputy Superintendent in-charge of the sub-division |
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When a sub-divisional officer maintains the register, who fills all columns? |
That officer himself |
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When must entries be made in the register? |
Punctually as case diaries and material papers become available |
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When must the Superintendent review a case for final remarks? |
After trial or completion of investigation |
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What must the Superintendent decide after reviewing the case? |
Whether police conduct deserves favourable or adverse notice |
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Where must the Superintendent record the final observation? |
In the remarks column |
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What must be written in red ink in the remarks column? |
Names of reasonably suspected persons |
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Who determines whether suspicion is reasonable? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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PARA-17 |
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POWERS AND DUTIES OF ASSISTANT AND DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT OF POLICE |
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What work may Assistant and Deputy Superintendents perform? |
Any Superintendent’s work not required to be done personally by him |
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Can they make inquiries and recommendations without final authority? |
Yes |
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What field activity should they regularly undertake? |
Touring and inspections |
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In which investigations should their services be used freely? |
Supervision and direction of important investigations |
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Who must be placed in charge of part of the district after certification? |
An officer holding the required certificate by paragraph 528 |
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Who holds headquarters charge during the Superintendent’s absence if qualified? |
A qualified Assistant Superintendent |
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If no qualified Assistant Superintendent is available, who holds charge? |
The senior gazetted officer in length of service |
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What must be done if the Superintendent proposes a different arrangement? |
Refer the matter to the Range Deputy Inspector-General |
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Who should be placed in charge of the office when no gazetted officer is present? |
An English-knowing Inspector at headquarters |
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Which officers may perform Superintendent’s duties relating to officers below Inspector rank under law? |
Certain Assistant and Deputy Superintendents enumerated in paragraph 479 (f), subject to restrictions |
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Which officers may suspend police officers and award certain punishments under law? |
Confirmed Assistant and Deputy Superintendents under restrictions |
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Under which legal provisions can all Deputy Superintendents perform Superintendent’s duties? |
Sections 30 and 30-A of the Police Act |
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Who must submit copies of proposed standing circular orders for approval when officiating in district charge? |
Assistant and Deputy Superintendents officiating in district charge |
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To whom must such proposed circular orders be submitted? |
The Range Deputy Inspector-General |
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What must accompany the copies of proposed standing circular orders? |
Explanations for the reasons of the orders, where necessary |
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Until when must such orders be submitted for approval? |
Until exempted by the Deputy Inspector-General |
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Can Assistant and Deputy Superintendents direct important investigations? |
Yes, they assist in supervision and direction |
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Are they empowered to hold charge of district headquarters? |
Yes, when qualified or as per seniority rules |
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CHAPTER-II |
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RESERVE INSPECTORS AND RESERVE SUB-INSPECTORS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter II have in total? |
Para 18 TO Para 24 |
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PARA-18 |
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF RESERVE INSPECTOR (R.L.) |
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Who is the officer-in-charge of the reserve lines? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who tells off and inspects guards and escorts from reserve lines? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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What must the Reserve Inspector ensure regarding officers in command of guards/escorts? |
They are thoroughly acquainted with their duties |
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What must be done before a police party is sent out of the district? |
The Reserve Inspector must parade the party with their kit |
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Who ensures the daily roll-call is held? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who must ensure that the roster of duties (Form No. 97) is correctly maintained? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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For which personnel must the duty roster be maintained? |
Armed police and civil police posted in reserve lines |
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Who is personally responsible for fair distribution of reserve duties? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who writes the first two columns of the duty roster? |
The Reserve Inspector or a Reserve Sub-Inspector |
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In which language must the first two columns of the roster be written? |
English |
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What must the Reserve Inspector do after the roster is written? |
Initial and date it daily |
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What daily report must the Reserve Inspector submit to the Superintendent? |
Morning report in Form No. 30 |
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What facility is the Reserve Inspector entitled to? |
An orderly peon |
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Is the Reserve Inspector entitled to a police orderly? |
No |
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Is the Reserve Inspector entitled to a guard at his house at night? |
No |
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PARA-19 |
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF RESERVE INSPECTOR REGARDING SAFE CUSTODY OF ARMS, AMMUNITION AND STORES |
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Who is responsible for the safe custody of reserve stores? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who ensures safe custody of clothing in the reserve? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who is responsible for accoutrements in reserve lines? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who maintains responsibility for arms stored in the reserve? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who ensures the safety of ammunition in reserve lines? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who is responsible for tents kept in the reserve? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who is responsible for all stores in the reserve? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who ensures correctness of registers related to reserve stores? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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PARA-20 |
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RESPONSIBILITIES OF RESERVE INSPECTOR FOR THE TRAINING OF RECRUITS |
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Who is responsible for the training of recruits? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Under which chapter is recruit training detailed? |
Chapter XXXVII |
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Who supervises the instruction of the whole force in drill? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who ensures proper drill exercise of the entire force? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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PARA-21 |
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DUTIES OF R.I. FOR WEEKLY KIT INSPECTION AND ANNUAL FIRING. |
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Who conducts the weekly kit inspection? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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How often is kit inspection held by the R.I.? |
Weekly |
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Who must be present at the annual musketry course firing? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who must attend the annual revolver course firing? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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PARA-22 |
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INSPECTION OF ALL GUARDS AND SENTRIES BY R.I. AT HEADQUARTERS DEPUTED FROM RESERVE LINES |
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Who inspects guards and sentries at headquarters from reserve lines? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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When should the R.I. visit headquarters guards and sentries? |
Occasionally by day and night |
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To whom must the R.I. report such visits? |
The Superintendent |
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When must the R.I. report his guard visits? |
The same or next day |
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Which guards must the R.I. visit daily? |
Treasury, magazine, and lock-up guards |
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Where must the R.I. record his daily guard visits? |
In the prescribed inspection book |
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Who commands guards attending executions of capital sentences? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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When should the R.I. accompany European troops on the march? |
When he can be spared |
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PARA-23 |
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EMPLOYMENT OF R.I. TO COMMAND ESCORTS AND GUARDS ON SPECIAL OCCASIONS. |
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When may the R.I. command escorts and guards? |
On special occasions |
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Under what circumstances is the R.I.’s presence necessary for escorts? |
Danger of disturbance or importance of the charge |
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Can the R.I. command guards for ceremonial purposes? |
Yes |
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Who assigns executive duties to the R.I.? |
The Superintendent |
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For what purposes may the R.I. be entrusted with executive duties? |
Maintenance of law and order or administrative purposes |
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Who decides whether the R.I. should be employed on special duty? |
The Superintendent |
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When should a European Inspector be employed in action against Europeans? |
Whenever possible |
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In what situations should a European Inspector serve processes on Europeans? |
When circumstances require his agency |
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Who may investigate cases involving Europeans? |
A European Inspector |
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Should European Inspectors investigate cases not involving Europeans? |
Only in very special circumstances |
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PARA-24 |
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DUTIES OF RESERVE SUB-INSPECTOR (R.S.I.) |
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Whom must the Reserve Sub-Inspector assist in reserve management? |
The Reserve Inspector |
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Who may assign duties to the Reserve Sub-Inspector? |
The Superintendent |
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Can the Reserve Sub-Inspector command escorts and guards? |
Yes |
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Who may authorize the R.S.I. to regulate traffic? |
The Superintendent |
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Can the R.S.I. be deputed to maintain order at public places? |
Yes |
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Can the R.S.I. be assigned to patrol roads? |
Yes |
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Who may direct the R.S.I. to visit guards and sentries? |
The Superintendent |
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Can the R.S.I. perform duties mentioned in the reserve chapter? |
Yes |
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Who may allow the Reserve Inspector to assign duties to the R.S.I.? |
The Superintendent |
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CHAPTER-III |
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PUBLIC PROSECUTORS AND THEIR SUBORDINATES |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter III have in total? |
Para 25 TO Para 39 |
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Chapter III of the U.P. POLICE REGULATION omitted by: |
Omitted Vide by Government Order No. 2302/VIII-2-10 (10)-74 dated 27- 3-74 from Police Regulation. |
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CHAPTER-IV |
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CIRCLE INSPECTORS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter IV have in total? |
Para 40 TO Para 42 |
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PARA-40 |
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PRINCIPAL DUTIES OF CIRCLE INSPECTORS. |
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What is the principal duty of a Circle Inspector? |
Supervision of investigation and prevention of crime |
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What type of police work must the Circle Inspector coordinate? |
Preventive and detective work in the circle |
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With whom must Circle Inspectors cooperate for crime control? |
Other Circle Inspectors |
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Whose efficiency must the Circle Inspector ensure? |
Police personnel, especially Station Officers |
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What must the Circle Inspector ensure regarding subordinate officers? |
Honest and efficient performance of duties |
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Should the Circle Inspector spend excessive time on clerical work? |
No |
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What register must the Circle Inspector maintain? |
Crime register for his circle |
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From whom does the Circle Inspector receive FIR copies? |
Police stations directly |
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What should entries in the circle crime register mainly reflect? |
Action taken for detection and prevention of serious and organized crime |
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Should the crime register contain excessive petty offence details? |
No |
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How often must each police station in the circle be inspected? |
Once a year |
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What should be the main focus during station inspections? |
Prevention and detection of crime |
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When should the Circle Inspector visit the scene of occurrence? |
In important cases |
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Who may deputed the Circle Inspector to conduct investigations? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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What must the Circle Inspector do when attending an investigation? |
Sign the case diary |
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What must he record in the case diary during investigation? |
Detailed instructions given to the investigating officer |
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What report must the Circle Inspector prepare every month? |
Monthly crime survey |
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What should the monthly crime survey include? |
Measures taken for prevention and detection of crime |
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How should the crime survey be organized? |
Police station-wise |
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Through whom is the monthly survey submitted to the Superintendent? |
Through the Circle Officer |
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Which area of duty requires special attention by the Circle Inspector? |
Surveillance duties |
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What local knowledge must the Circle Inspector acquire? |
Knowledge of people and all parts of his circle |
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What is the objective of coordination among circle inspectors? |
Effective crime prevention and detection |
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What should the Circle Inspector prioritize over office clerical work? |
Field supervision and crime control |
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What ensures effective leadership of station officers in the circle? |
Continuous supervision by the Circle Inspector |
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PARA-41 |
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OTHER DUTIES OF CIRCLE INSPECTOR |
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Whom must the Circle Inspector keep informed of important occurrences in the circle? |
The Superintendent |
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In whose administrative interest must occurrences be reported? |
Superintendent or District Magistrate |
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What type of public sentiment must the Circle Inspector especially report? |
Disaffection toward Government measures |
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What kind of public developments must be reported to prevent trouble? |
Movements, scares, or rumours |
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Who takes command when the Circle Inspector is the senior officer present during a riot? |
The Circle Inspector |
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In what situations may the Circle Inspector command the police force? |
Suppressing riots or maintaining order |
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What diary must the Circle Inspector maintain for recording movements? |
Diary in Form No. 3 |
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What additional record must the Circle Inspector maintain confidentially? |
A confidential notebook |
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What is recorded in the confidential notebook? |
Matters to be brought to the Superintendent’s notice but unsuitable for inspection reports |
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Which licensed premises must the Circle Inspector inspect? |
Shops licensed under the Arms and Explosives Act |
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Whose conduct must the Circle Inspector keep the Superintendent informed about? |
Subordinate police personnel |
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What must the Circle Inspector report regarding subordinate officers? |
Their conduct and performance of duties |
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Who may direct the Circle Inspector to conduct preliminary departmental inquiries? |
The Superintendent |
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What responsibility does the Circle Inspector have in departmental cases? |
Conduct preliminary inquiries when directed |
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What ensures early administrative response to disturbances in the circle? |
Prompt reporting by the Circle Inspector |
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PARA-42 |
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RESPONSIBILITIES GIVEN TO CIRCLE INSPECTOR BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL |
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When may the Inspector-General relieve a Circle Inspector of certain responsibilities? |
When police stations are too many relative to Circle Inspectors |
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In such districts, which FIRs will the Circle Inspector receive? |
Only specified classes of offences (Only of the classes enumerated in paragraph 101) |
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Who may direct additional classes of offences for FIR receipt? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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For which offences will the crime register be maintained in such cases? |
Only specified classes of offences |
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Does the annual complete inspection of every police station apply in such districts? |
No |
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Does the Circle Inspector retain responsibility for surveillance? |
Yes |
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Must he continue to keep superiors informed of important occurrences? |
Yes |
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Is he responsible for coordinating suppression of specified crime classes? |
Yes |
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What field activity must he continue for surveillance purposes? |
Touring villages and police stations |
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Is he still bound by duties under clauses II, III and IV of other duties? |
Yes |
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What becomes his principal duty after partial relief? |
Investigating or supervising criminal and departmental cases as directed |
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Who directs which police stations he should inspect? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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CHAPTER-V |
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SUB-INSPECTORS AND UNDER OFFICERS OF THE CIVIL POLICE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter V have in total? |
Para 43 TO Para 64 |
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PARA-43 |
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OFFICER-IN-CHARGE OF A POLICE STATION |
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Who is normally the officer-in-charge of a police station? |
A Sub-Inspector |
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Who conducts police administration within the police station limits? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Over whom does the officer-in-charge exercise authority? |
All branches of the force at the station |
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Who is responsible for the efficiency of subordinates at the station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who ensures proper performance of duties by station staff? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who is responsible for the correctness of station registers and records? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who verifies the accuracy of returns and reports prepared by staff? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who is responsible for safe custody of Government money at the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who safeguards valuable property kept at the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who maintains correct account books of the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who must instruct subordinate staff in their duties? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who keeps the police station staff under control? |
The officer-in-charge |
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Who is responsible for maintaining discipline at the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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What is the administrative role of the officer-in-charge? |
Conducting police administration of the station |
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Who ensures overall operational functioning of the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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PARA-44 |
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ABILITIES OF OFFICER-IN-CHARGE OF A POLICE STATION |
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What kind of local knowledge must the officer-in-charge acquire? |
Thorough local knowledge of his jurisdiction |
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With whom must the officer-in-charge become well acquainted in his area? |
Principal local people |
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How should the officer-in-charge treat village headmen? |
With courtesy |
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Why should the officer-in-charge maintain good relations with village headmen? |
To secure their cordial assistance |
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How should the officer-in-charge treat village guard? |
Considerately |
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What should the officer-in-charge encourage guard to provide? |
Information |
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On whom must the officer-in-charge keep strict watch? |
Bad characters |
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Why must the officer-in-charge monitor bad characters? |
To prevent offences |
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To whom must intelligence be communicated promptly? |
Superiors and officers-in-charge of other stations |
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What communication tools should be used for quick intelligence sharing? |
Telephone or telegraph |
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Which code is used for prompt dissemination of police information? |
U.P. Police Telegraphic Code |
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What is a key preventive responsibility of the officer-in-charge? |
Preventing offences through surveillance |
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What ensures effective community cooperation for the officer-in-charge? |
Courtesy toward village leaders |
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What improves early crime detection at the police station level? |
Prompt sharing of intelligence |
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PARA-45 |
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CONFIDENTIAL NOTE BOOK OF OFFICER-IN-CHARGE |
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What special record must the officer-in-charge maintain? |
A confidential note-book |
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In what form must the confidential note-book be kept? |
Prescribed form |
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What type of information is recorded in the confidential note-book? |
Useful information not entered in official registers |
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Are names of secret informants recorded in the confidential note-book? |
Yes |
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What remarks about subordinates may be recorded in the note-book? |
Confidential remarks |
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Does the confidential note-book include information unsuitable for official registers? |
Yes |
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Who maintains the confidential note-book at the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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What must be done with the confidential note-book on transfer? |
Handed over to the successor |
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What is the purpose of maintaining a confidential note-book? |
To record sensitive and secret information |
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Is secret intelligence information entered in regular official registers? |
No |
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Who receives the confidential note-book after transfer of charge? |
The succeeding officer-in-charge |
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What ensures continuity of confidential intelligence records? |
Handing over the note-book to the successor |
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PARA-46 |
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DUTIES OF OFFICER-IN-CHARGE OF A POLICE STATION |
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What training responsibility does the officer-in-charge have for subordinates? |
Drill them as prescribed |
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Under which paragraph is subordinate drilling prescribed? |
Paragraph 546 |
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What knowledge must constables be periodically examined on? |
Their beats and duties |
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Which training guide is used for examining constables? |
Guide for Training of Constables |
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How often must the officer-in-charge inspect police kits at headquarters? |
Once a week |
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Which guard’s kit must also be inspected if present? |
Tahsil guard |
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What must be done if kit deficiencies are found? |
Report them |
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What must the officer ensure regarding personnel absent from weekly kit inspection? |
They possess proper uniform and equipment |
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Who keeps personal charge of firearms and weapons at the police station? |
The officer-in-charge |
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When may firearms and weapons be issued from the store? |
For specific duty only |
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What must be done with weapons after the duty is over? |
Returned to store |
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Which publications must subordinates be kept informed about? |
Police Gazette and Criminal Intelligence Gazette |
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PARA-47 |
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POWER OF S.O. TO ALLOW HIS SUBORDINATES TO GO OFF DUTY |
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Who has the power to allow subordinates to go off duty? |
The Station Officer (S.O.) |
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Can subordinates leave the station house when off duty? |
Yes, when they can be spared |
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Is the S.O. required to ensure availability before granting leave? |
Yes |
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Can an officer be allowed to remain absent at night? |
Yes |
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What must be done if an officer is absent for the night? |
Record the reason in the general diary |
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Where must the reason for night absence be recorded? |
In the general diary |
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PARA-48 |
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MISCELLANEOUS IMPORTANT DUTIES OF A STATION-OFFICER-IN-CHARGE |
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Who personally opens the post at the station house? |
The Station-Officer-in-Charge |
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What must he receive during his presence at the station? |
All orders, communications, and reports |
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What record must he sign daily? |
The general diary |
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What administrative task must he arrange daily? |
Duties of the day |
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What property room must he inspect daily? |
The Malkhana |
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What must he check daily along with the general diary? |
Account books |
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What financial verification must he perform daily? |
Verify the cash balance |
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What must be done with money transactions made in his absence? |
Checked on his return |
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Where must the result of such financial check be noted? |
In the cash-book |
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Under which section can he depute a subordinate for investigation? |
Section 157 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973(SEC 176 BNSS,2023) |
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Before forwarding a report under Section 173 CrPC (SEC 193 BNSS,2023), what must he ensure? |
Investigation was properly made |
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Which report is forwarded after investigation? |
Report under Section 173 CrPC (SEC 193 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-49 |
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DEFINITION OF OFFICER-IN-CHARGE |
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Where is the definition of “officer-in-charge of a police-station” given? |
Section 2(o) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (SEC 2(1)(r) BNSS,2023) |
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Who may hold charge of the station when no officer above constable rank is present? |
The senior literate constable present |
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Who empowered the senior literate constable to hold station charge? |
The Local Government |
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Can the senior literate constable holding charge conduct investigations? |
No |
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Where must the making and taking over of station charge be recorded? |
In the general diary |
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Who must sign the entry of taking over charge? |
Both officers concerned |
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When a head constable is temporarily in charge, what powers should he generally avoid exercising? |
Powers of an officer-in-charge under Section 157 CRPC (SEC 176 BNSS,2023) |
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Under what condition may a head constable exercise powers under Section 157 CRPC (SEC 176 BNSS,2023)? |
In cases of extreme urgency |
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PARA-50 |
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CHANGE CERTIFICATE OF STATION OFFICER |
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When must a formal charge certificate be submitted? |
Whenever permanent charge of the station officer takes place |
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Who submits the charge certificate? |
The relieving officer |
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To whom is the charge certificate submitted? |
The Superintendent |
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In which form is the charge certificate submitted? |
Form No. 299 |
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What must be attached to the charge certificate? |
A copy of the list of all Government property |
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Which items must be included in the property list? |
Arms and ammunition |
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Who must explain any deficiencies or damage in Government property? |
The relieved officer |
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Deficiencies or damages must relate to which period? |
His tenure of office |
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PARA-51 |
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DUTIES OF THE SECOND OFFICER |
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What is the rank of the Second Officer at a police station? |
Sub-Inspector |
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Who assembles the morning parade at the police station? |
The Second Officer |
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Who tells off subordinates for duty as per directions of the officer-in-charge? |
The Second Officer |
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Under whose directions does the Second Officer assign duties? |
The Officer-in-Charge |
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What must the Second Officer ensure regarding assigned duties? |
They are properly performed |
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To whom does the Second Officer report defects or omissions in duty? |
The Officer-in-Charge |
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Who investigates cases made over by the officer-in-charge? |
The Second Officer |
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To whom does the Second Officer report investigation results? |
The Officer-in-Charge |
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Who drills the police attached to the station? |
The Second Officer |
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Whose orders must the Second Officer obey? |
The Officer-in-Charge |
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What must the Second Officer ensure regarding the officer-in-charge’s orders? |
They are obeyed by subordinates |
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What is one supervisory duty of the Second Officer? |
Reporting duty defects |
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What training responsibility does the Second Officer have? |
Drilling station police |
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What administrative role does the Second Officer perform daily? |
Assembling parade and assigning duties |
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What ensures discipline under the Second Officer? |
Enforcing obedience to orders |
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PARA-52 |
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IF NO SECOND OFFICER IS IN POLICE STATION, JUNIOR TO THE SECOND OFFICER TO PERFORM DUTIES OF SECOND OFFICER |
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When is there no Second Officer at a police station? |
When the Officer-in-Charge is the only Sub-Inspector |
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Who performs the duties of the Second Officer if more than two Sub-Inspectors are present? |
Sub-Inspectors junior to the Second Officer |
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Who assigns duties to juniors in absence of the Second Officer? |
The Officer-in-Charge |
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Can a single Sub-Inspector act as Second Officer in the station? |
No |
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Duties of the Second Officer are performed by whom in his absence? |
Juniors made over duties by the Officer-in-Charge |
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What determines which junior Sub-Inspector performs Second Officer duties? |
The instructions of the Officer-in-Charge |
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PARA 53 AND 54. [Omitted] |
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PARA-55 |
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DUTIES OF HEAD CONSTABLE-STATION WRITER |
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What is the primary role of the Head Constable–Station Writer? |
Office clerk, record-keeper, and accountant of the police station |
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Who writes the general diary at the police station? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who prepares the first information reports of crime? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Which cash-book does the station writer maintain? |
Vernacular cash-book (Police Form No. 224) |
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Who shares responsibility for safe custody of government money and valuables? |
Head Constable–Station Writer and Officer-in-Charge |
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What must be brought to the Officer-in-Charge every morning? |
All orders pending execution |
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Who records attendance of village chaukidars on their boards? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who makes entries in chaukidars’ books when required? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who reads aloud notifications from the Police Gazette and Criminal Intelligence Gazette? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who completes returns, acquaintance rolls, and pay abstracts? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who prepares registers and performs assigned clerical work? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who keeps all station books and records? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who performs duties of the Second Officer if none is posted? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Which duty of paragraph 51 is excluded when performed by the station writer? |
Investigation of cases |
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Under which section can the station writer hold inquests? |
Section 174 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (SEC 194 BNSS,2023) |
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Who empowers the station writer to hold inquests? |
Superintendent of Police |
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What ensures proper clerical functioning of the station? |
Duties of Head Constable–Station Writer |
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Who maintains other account books besides the cash-book? |
Head Constable–Station Writer |
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What administrative role does the station writer hold? |
Record and financial management |
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PARA-56 |
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LITERATE POLICE OFFICER WILL GIVE ASSISTANCE TO HEAD CONSTABLE STATION WRITER |
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Who provides assistance to the Head Constable–Station Writer? |
Other literate police officers attached to the station |
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Under whose direction do these officers assist the station writer? |
Officer-in-Charge |
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What type of help do literate officers provide? |
Assistance in the discharge of the station writer’s duties |
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Is the assistance optional or directed? |
Directed by the Officer-in-Charge |
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Who supervises the overall work of the station writer? |
Officer-in-Charge |
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PARA-57 |
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HEAD CONSTABLE AS IN-CHARGE OF THE STATION |
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When does a Head Constable act as in-charge of a police station? |
When no officer above the rank of constable is present (see paragraph 49) |
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What must a Head Constable do when making an investigation under Section 157 CrPC (SEC 176 BNSS,2023)? |
Make over his clerical duties to the next senior literate head constable or constable |
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Who relieves the Head Constable from investigation duties? |
A Sub-Inspector or when the work is finished |
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Can other constables perform investigations under Section 157 CRPC (SEC 176 BNSS,2023)? |
No, except the investigating Head Constable |
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How is the handover of station-writer duties recorded? |
In the general diary, signed by both relieved and relieving officers |
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Who takes charge of station duties if the Head Constable leaves for investigation? |
The next senior literate head constable or constable |
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Is a Head Constable allowed to make investigations in any other situation? |
No |
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What ensures accountability during clerical duty handover? |
Signed entries in the general diary |
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PARA-58 |
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RESPONSIBILITY OF HEAD CONSTABLE AS-IN-CHARGE OF OUTPOST |
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Who is responsible for the conduct and discipline of constables at an outpost? |
Head Constable of the outpost |
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When must the Head Constable inspect constables daily? |
At daybreak and at sunset |
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Who does the Head Constable report to at the outpost? |
Officer-in-Charge of the station |
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What must the Head Constable do regarding duties of constables? |
Tell them off for duty and ensure proper performance |
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What crimes must the Head Constable report immediately? |
All cognizable crimes and important occurrences |
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What periodic reports must the Head Constable submit? |
Reports on discipline and performance of subordinates |
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Can the Head Constable make investigations at the outpost? |
No |
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Under what condition may the Head Constable hold inquests? |
When specifically empowered by the Superintendent of Police |
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PARA-59 |
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DUTIES ON OUTPOSTS |
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Who determines the sphere of action for police at an outpost? |
Officer-in-Charge of the station under orders of superior authorities |
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Who prescribes the system of patrolling at outposts? |
Officer-in-Charge of the station |
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Are outpost duties fixed or flexible? |
Determined by station officer under superior authority directions |
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Who supervises special duties at outposts? |
Officer-in-Charge of the station |
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PARA 60. [Omitted] |
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PARA-61 |
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CONSTABLES OF CIVIL POLICE |
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When are civil police constables allowed to be armed? |
Only on special occasions |
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What is the principal duty of civil police constables? |
Prevention of crime |
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How should constables behave towards the public? |
Courteous and considerate |
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What uniform rule applies to constables on duty? |
Must wear prescribed uniform, except on special detective work requiring disguise |
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PARA-62 |
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DUTIES OF SENTRY |
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How many sentries are there at each police station? |
One for night and day |
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What are the main duties of a sentry? |
Guard prisoners, treasure chest, malkhana, and all station property |
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Who allots sentry duties? |
Officer-in-Charge of the station |
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How are sentry duties distributed? |
Using numbered brass tokens, twice a day – morning and evening |
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What is the term of a sentry duty? |
Three hours |
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Who posts and relieves sentries? |
Sub-Inspector or Head Constable unless certain conditions apply |
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What must a relieving sentry do? |
Exchange token with relieved sentry and examine treasure chest lock and count prisoners in presence of relieved sentry |
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Who keeps the keys of the treasure chest and lock-up? |
Senior officer present at the station |
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Who opens the lock-up for prisoner admission/removal? |
Senior officer present or in his presence |
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How should duties be allotted daily? |
Fairly, rotating night/day and hard/easy duties among all men |
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PARA-63 |
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DIVISION OF POLICE STATION CIRCLE INTO BEATS AND DUTIES OF BEAT CONSTABLES |
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How are police station circles organized? |
Divided into beats |
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How many constables are appointed per beat? |
One or more per beat |
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Can a constable be sent out without a duty? |
No, must be charged with a specified duty |
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What should a constable do while on beat duty? |
Make inquiries on persons under surveillance, absconded offenders, wandering tribes, and passing events |
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What must a constable do on returning to the station? |
Submit a report to the officer-in-charge |
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How long should a constable ordinarily stay away from station/outpost? |
Not more than three days and two nights consecutively |
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Who fixes the duration of a constable’s absence? |
The officer sending him, with extensions for unforeseen events |
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PARA-64 |
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DISTRICT POLICE ENTITLED TO APPEAR AND TO REMAIN ON RAILWAY PLATFORMS |
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Are district police entitled to appear on railway platforms? |
Yes, when on duty |
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Can district police remain on railway platforms while on duty? |
Yes, they are entitled to remain |
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Can a station master remove a district police constable on duty from the platform? |
No, the station master has no such power |
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What must a plain-clothed district police constable carry when on duty at a railway station? |
A written general order from the deputing sub-inspector |
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When must the constable produce the written order? |
When required by the station master |
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CHAPTER-VI |
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ARMED POLICE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter VI have in total? |
Para 65 TO Para 72 |
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PARA-65 |
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WORKS OF ARMED POLICE |
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What is the primary purpose of the Armed Police? |
Protection of treasuries, tahsils, lock-ups, and escorting treasure, prisoners, and Government property |
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What duties do Armed Police perform regarding public order? |
Suppression and prevention of disorder and crimes of violence |
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Are Armed Police involved in pursuing criminals? |
Yes, they pursue and apprehend dangerous criminals |
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Who has special charge of the Armed Police branch? |
Deputy Inspectors-General |
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What are Deputy Inspectors-General responsible for in relation to Superintendents? |
Ensuring discipline and efficiency are maintained |
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PARA-66 |
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SUB INSPECTORS OF ARMED POLICE: WORKS AND DUTIES |
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What do Sub-Inspectors of Armed Police command? |
Important guards and escorts |
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What is their role in the police lines? |
Maintain discipline and order |
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What training duties do they perform? |
Give instructions in drill, musketry, and guard duties |
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How often do they visit guards and sentries? |
By day and night |
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What administrative task do they perform in the lines? |
Take the roll-call of men |
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Under whose orders do Sub-Inspectors of Armed Police act? |
Reserve Inspector |
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PARA-67 |
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HEAD CONSTABLES OF ARMED POLICE: WORKS AND DUTIES |
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What duties do Head Constables of Armed Police perform? |
Command guards and escorts |
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What training role do they have? |
Give instructions in drill |
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What type of duties do they generally perform? |
Duties similar to non-commissioned officers in the army |
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What must Head Constables do when in charge of outposts? |
Follow instructions given in paragraph 58 |
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PARA-68 |
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ORDERS OF MAGISTRATE IN A RIOT OR AFFRAY |
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How should Magistrates communicate orders to police during a riot or affray? |
Through the police officer in command |
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PARA-69 |
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DEPUTATION OF ARMED FORCES ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS |
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Who is responsible for police arrangements at important processions or religious ceremonies? |
The Superintendent of Police |
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Who should be placed in command of armed police when deputed? |
A gazette officer or an inspector, when possible |
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What must the Superintendent ensure about officers commanding armed police? |
That they are responsible and competent |
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When should police armed with firearms be used at processions? |
Only as a reserve force to deal with possible disturbances |
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Should bodies of armed police escort processions? |
No, they should be held in reserve or at points of danger |
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How should armed detachments be composed? |
As far as possible, with Hindus and Mohammedans in normal proportion |
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What is the Superintendent’s duty regarding deputed police? |
Assign duties, positions, and prepare clear general and special orders |
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What should be done when police are deputed for the first time or strength is augmented? |
Special orders must be prepared and issued |
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PARA-70 |
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USE OF FORCE BY THE POLICE AGAINST THE CROWD |
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Instructions regarding the use of force by the police against the crowd are as follows: |
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SECTION A – LEGAL AUTHORITY |
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Where are the legal provisions for police use of force found? |
Chapter V (Sections 6 & 49) CRPC, Chapter X of CRPC, and Section 129(1) & (2) of CrPC 1973 (SEC 148 BNSS,2023) |
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To what assemblies do these provisions apply? |
Unlawful assemblies and assemblies of 5 or more persons likely to disturb public order |
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Who can independently call an assembly to disperse? |
Officer-in-charge of a police station or higher-ranking police officer |
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In this context, who is “Magistrate” if a gazetted police officer is present? |
Any first-class Magistrate |
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In this context, who is “Magistrate” if no gazetted police officer is present? |
Any Magistrate other than honorary or special Magistrate |
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SECTION B – ACTION WHEN ATTENDANCE OF MAGISTRATE CAN/CANNOT BE SECURED |
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When should an assembly not be called to disperse or force not used? |
When a Magistrate is present or can be communicated with without prejudicial delay, orders must be taken from the Magistrate |
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Who acts if a Magistrate cannot be secured without prejudicial delay? |
The senior police officer present with powers of an officer-in-charge or higher |
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What must the senior officer do after acting in absence of a Magistrate? |
Communicate with and report his action to the nearest Magistrate and the Superintendent of Police as soon as possible |
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SECTION C – MAIN PRINCIPLES GOVERNING THE USE OF FORCE |
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How should the Magistrate and senior police officer act? |
They should act throughout in co-operation. |
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What must be done before ordering the crowd to disperse? |
All attempts to disperse by warnings and exhortation must be made first. |
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When should force be used? |
When the order to disperse is defied or the crowd remains defiant. |
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Who is responsible for using force if a Magistrate is present? |
The Magistrate directs the senior police officer to use force. |
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Who is responsible if no Magistrate is present? |
The senior police officer alone is responsible. |
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What is the rule regarding the amount of force used? |
Minimum force necessary must be used for effective dispersal and arrests. |
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How is the type and duration of force decided? |
The senior police officer decides, using the least deadly weapon, without punitive intent. |
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When must the use of force cease? |
Immediately when the objective is attained, under Magistrate’s consultation if present. |
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SECTION D – RULES GOVERNING THE USE OF FIREARMS |
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When can fire be opened by police? |
Only if the Magistrate, or in absence, the officer-in-charge, deems it absolutely necessary to protect life or property. |
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Who orders the use of firearms if a Magistrate is present? |
The Magistrate orders and directs the senior police officer to open fire. |
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Can the Magistrate limit the number of rounds to be fired? |
No, the senior police officer has discretion over the number of rounds and controls the firing. |
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Who orders to stop firing? |
The senior police officer orders to stop as soon as the crowd disperses; the Magistrate can also give this order after consultation. |
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What must be recorded after firing? |
The senior police officer must record detailed events, reasons, consequences, and particulars of dead and injured, unless a Magistrate takes over. |
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SECTION E – FORM DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE GUIDANCE OF POLICE OFFICERS WHEN THE USE OF FIREARMS IS NECESSARY |
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What must the senior officer do when the use of firearms appears necessary? |
Tell off a detachment of armed police to be held in readiness. |
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How should the senior officer control firing? |
Decide the minimum effective volume, give precise orders on who fires, and ensure no firing occurs without orders. |
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How many volleys should be ordered at a time? |
Only one volley at a time, except in extreme urgency. |
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How must firearms be aimed? |
Aim low at the most threatening parts of the crowd; never fire in the air or at the fringes. |
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Are blank cartridges allowed? |
No, blank cartridges must never be served to police against a crowd. |
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What must be done after “Stop firing, unload”? |
Check fired and missing cartridges, note the number of rounds and results, and ensure all men are present. |
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Who is responsible for under-officers and their men? |
Each under-officer is responsible; indiscriminate firing or independent action is severely dealt with. |
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How is proper control maintained? |
Through constant practice in Police Lines and attention during Deputy Inspector General inspections. |
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What actions are taken after restoring order post-firing? |
Post pickets, organize patrols, remove dead for post-mortem, and provide medical aid to the injured. |
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Who receives the report of the firing incident if the senior officer is not the Superintendent? |
The Superintendent of Police and District Magistrate. |
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PARA-71 |
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REQUISITION OF ARMED POLICE |
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How far in advance should a requisition for armed police beyond district allocation be made? |
At least six weeks before the required date, if possible. |
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Through whom should the requisition be sent? |
Through the District Magistrate and the Commissioner to the Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Can an application be made semi-officially? |
Yes, if official procedure causes delays, after consulting the District Magistrate. |
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When should armed police be paraded? |
Only when civil police are obviously unable to cope; not for slight occasions. |
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How should armed police be deployed? |
Restricted to proper duties and not dispersed in small outposts where they are ineffective. |
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PARA-72 |
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CONSTABLES OF ARMED POLICE AS BICYCLE ORDERLIES TO THE GOVERNOR |
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How many constables of armed police are supplied as bicycle orderlies to the Governor? |
Six constables supplied by the Superintendent of Police, Lucknow. |
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Who deals with urgent short leave applications when the Governor is on tour? |
The Military Secretary. |
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What happens if a bicycle orderly falls sick on tour? |
He is sent to the local police hospital, and the Superintendent of Police is informed to provide relief if required. |
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Who arranges relief for bicycle orderlies on tour? |
The local Superintendent requests the Superintendent of Police, Lucknow, to send relief immediately. |
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Where are bicycle orderlies sent at the conclusion of a tour ending at Naini Tal? |
To the reserve lines at the headquarters of the district where the tour ends, for return to Lucknow. |
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Who arranges tents for bicycle orderlies during the Governor’s tour? |
The Superintendent of Police of the district visited, at the request of the Military Secretary. |
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What is the sanctioned allocation of constables per machine in certain districts and Police Training College? |
2 constables per machine; for two machines, 5 constables including one for contingent reserve. |
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CHAPTER-VII |
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ARMED TRAINING RESERVE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter VII have in total? |
Para 73 TO Para 78 |
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PARA-73 |
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RESERVE OF ARMED POLICE |
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Is a reserve of armed police maintained in districts? |
Yes, a reserve of armed police is maintained in every district. |
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How is the strength of the armed police reserve determined? |
The strength is fixed for each district. |
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PARA-74 |
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TIME LIMIT FOR THE SERVICE IS ARMED RESERVE |
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How is service in the armed reserve assigned? |
Service is assigned by roster so every member passes through the reserve in turn. |
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What is the maximum period of service in the armed reserve? |
The period should not exceed two months. |
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How are the reservists relieved from service? |
The reserve should be relieved en bloc. |
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Can a member serve a second consecutive period in the reserve? |
Yes, for special reasons, the Superintendent may order it. |
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PARA-75 |
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LIMITS OF LEAVE OF THE MEN IN ARMED RESERVE |
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Who may assign men on leave to the armed reserve? |
The Superintendent may assign men on leave. |
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What is the maximum proportion of men on leave in the reserve? |
Leave men must not exceed 11/8th of the reserve. |
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When may leave be granted to a member of the reserve? |
Only when urgently needed due to illness or urgent private affairs. |
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Which recruits may be assigned to the reserve? |
Recruits with not less than one year’s service. |
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What is the maximum proportion of recruits assigned to the reserve? |
Must not exceed their proportion in total sanctioned strength of armed police. |
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PARA-76 |
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DEPUTATION OF ARMED POLICE FOR SPECIAL DUTY |
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From where should armed police be supplied when deputed to another district? |
From the district reserve, unless directed otherwise. |
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For what duties may the reserve be employed within the district? |
Special dacoity duty, order at fairs/large gatherings, or preventing serious breaches of peace. |
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To whom must detailed information of the reserve’s special duty be sent? |
To the Deputy Inspector-General without delay. |
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When may portions of the reserve be employed on night patrol at headquarters? |
As part of ordinary training; reporting to Deputy Inspector-General is not required. |
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PARA-77 |
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RESTRICTION OF DUTIES FOR THE MEMBER OF RESERVE |
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Can members of the reserve be employed on routine duties? |
Only if the occasion is urgent and civil police are unavailable. |
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When should a call on the reserve be avoided? |
Whenever civil police are available and can safely perform the duty. |
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Who must be informed if reserve members are employed on routine duty? |
The Superintendent must immediately send a detailed report to the Inspector-General. |
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Who prepares the report if the Superintendent is not at headquarters? |
The senior officer at headquarters, with a copy to the Superintendent. |
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PARA-78 |
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MAINTENANCE OF ARMED TRAINING RESERVE |
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What training must members of the armed training reserve undergo? |
They must complete a course in drill, musketry, observation, general duties of armed police, elementary law, and other curriculum as deemed suitable by the Superintendent. |
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CHAPTER VIII |
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MOUNTED POLICE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter VIII have in total? |
Para 79 TO Para 88 |
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PARA-79 |
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DUTIES OF MOUNTED POLICE |
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What are the duties of the mounted police? |
Patrolling roads, escorting prisoners and treasure, conveying urgent communications, following up criminals, suppressing organized dacoity or disturbances, ceremonial escorts, and traffic control. |
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How many mounted orderlies are allowed to members of the Board of Revenue or Commissioners on tour? |
Two mounted orderlies per member of the Board of Revenue in the plains and per Commissioner on tour in their divisions. |
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When are mounted orderlies provided on requisition? |
Mounted orderlies are provided at all times on requisition by Commissioners and District Magistrates to carry urgent communications. |
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PARA-80 |
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FORMATION OF MOUNTED POLICE |
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Where are mounted police formed into troops? |
At certain headquarters. |
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What knowledge must mounted police maintain? |
Thorough knowledge of the duties enumerated in paragraphs 84 and 85. |
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What must mounted police keep in good condition? |
Their horses, uniforms, arms, and accoutrements, which must be clean, smart, and serviceable. |
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Who is attached to each troop? |
A trumpeter. |
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PARA-81 |
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DUTIES OF SUB-INSPECTORS AND HEAD CONSTABLE’S IN MOUNTED POLICE |
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To whom are the duties of mounted police sub-inspectors and head constables similar? |
Indian officers and non-commissioned officers in the Army. |
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What must sub-inspectors and head constables be competent in? |
Cavalry drill instruction. |
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For what are sub-inspectors and head constables responsible? |
Efficiency of men and horses in their troops. |
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Who is told off as day officer-in-charge of horses? |
A mounted head constable at headquarters. |
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When do sub-inspectors of mounted police act as day officers? |
They take turns with sub-inspectors of the armed police for the whole reserve. |
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Who commands the quarter guard in mounted police lines? |
A head constable. |
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PARA-82 |
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ROASTER OF DUTY AT TROOP HEADQUARTERS |
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Who keeps the roster of duty for men proceeding on outstation duty? |
The reserve inspector. |
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In which form is the roster of duty maintained? |
Form No. 95. |
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How should men be treated in the roster of duty? |
All should be treated fairly. |
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Who keeps the daily roster for men on duty at headquarters? |
The troop sub-inspector. |
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PARA-83 |
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INSPECTION BEFORE FORCES DEPUTED TO OTHER DISTRICTS |
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Who inspects all forces before they are deputed to other districts? |
The Superintendent at troop headquarters. |
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Who is responsible for the condition of horses, accoutrements, horse-furniture, and stable gear? |
Superintendents and reserve inspectors of the districts receiving the mounted police. |
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When should a parade be held upon arrival of a force? |
As soon as the force arrives. |
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To whom should deficiencies be reported after arrival? |
To the Superintendent of Police at troop headquarters. |
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Who holds a parade on the return of the force? |
The Superintendent of Police at troop headquarters. |
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What must be given to every force proceeding to or returning from an outstation? |
A command certificate. |
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PARA-84 |
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TRAINING OF MOUNTED POLICE |
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Who undergoes training as mounted police recruits? |
All mounted police recruits, including men transferred from foot police. |
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What is the probation period for mounted police recruits? |
Two years. |
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Can service in foot police count toward mounted police probation? |
Yes, up to a maximum of 16 months. |
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What is the minimum probation period for a constable transferred from foot to mounted police? |
8 months. |
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When are mounted constables confirmed after probation? |
If they qualify at the recruits course and have good conduct. |
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What riding skill must mounted police recruits achieve? |
They must ride well and handle a horse efficiently in a troop on parade. |
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What equipment skills must mounted police recruits learn? |
Saddle/unsaddle horse, assemble/disassemble horse equipment, and groom mounts. |
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What combat and drill skills must mounted police recruits master? |
Sword and lance exercises both mounted and on foot, and troop drill. |
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PARA-85 |
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OTHER TRAININGS OF MEMBERS OF MOUNTED POLICE |
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What additional skill must mounted police members learn? |
Scouting. |
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How must mounted police be trained to operate? |
To carry out their duties singly and in sections. |
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What must horse of mounted police be trained to do? |
Stand fire. |
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PARA-86 |
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THREE MONTHS’ ADVANCE COURSE OF SELECTED CONSTABLES |
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Who orders selected constables to undergo a three-month advance course? |
Range Deputy Inspector-General of Police. |
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Where is the three-month advance course conducted? |
Police Training College, Moradabad. |
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Who prescribes the subjects and duties for the course? |
Inspector-General of Police. |
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Who decides the number of constables to be sent from each Troop Headquarters? |
Inspector-General of Police. |
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What is required to become eligible for promotion to head constable in the Mounted Police? |
Qualifying in the Advance Course of Training. |
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Who selects candidates for the Advance Course of Training? |
Range Deputy Inspector General of Police based on a Central test. |
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What is the minimum service required in Mounted Police to compete for the test? |
Five years. |
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Who must nominate constables for the test? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What happens if a constable qualifies in Remount Training but lacks a cavalry drill certificate? |
He will be sent on the next available course after obtaining his Remount Training Certificate. |
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PARA-87 |
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TRAINING OF TROOP HORSES |
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What training should troop horses receive? |
Troop horses should be trained to enter truck and horse-boxes. |
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PARA-88 |
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TRAINING FOR TREATMENT OF HORSES |
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Where may members of the force be sent for instructions in the treatment of horses? |
With the sanction of the Inspector-General, they may be sent to the Veterinary School at Lucknow. |
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CHAPTER-IX |
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VILLAGE POLICE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter IX have in total? |
Para 89 to Para 96A |
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PARA-89 |
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CHIEF DUTY OF VILLAGE GUARD |
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What is the chief duty of a village guard? |
The chief duty is the watch and ward of the villages in his charge. |
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Whom does the village guard carry reports for? |
He carries reports for the village headman. |
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What is the village guard authorized to do to assist in tracing offenders? |
He is authorized to make arrests as permitted by law. |
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To whom is the village guard responsible for his duties? |
He is responsible to the District Magistrate. |
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Where are the rules relating to village headman found? |
In the Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA-90 |
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FREESHIPS TO CHAUKIDAR/GUARD |
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Are village chaukidars/guard allowed to cultivate land? |
Yes, village chaukidars are not prohibited from cultivating land. |
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Where must village chaukidars/guard reside? |
They must reside in one of the villages for which they are responsible. |
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What kind of duties must village chaukidars perform? |
They must be employed on menial duties by members of the constabulary force. |
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PARA-91 |
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ATTENDANCE OF VILLAGE GUARD |
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How often must village guard attend their police station? |
Twice a month on fixed dates. |
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What is the purpose of village guard attending the police station? |
To report births and deaths. |
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When must village guard receive their pay? |
On one of the two monthly attendance dates. |
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PARA-92 |
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CRIME RECORD BOOK OF VILLAGE GUARD |
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What three items is each village guard provided with? |
Crime record book, attendance board, and printed register of births and deaths. |
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How must a village guard carry these items? |
In the leather wallet supplied to him whenever he goes to the station. |
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What entries are made in the crime record book? |
Occurrences of crime, reports by the chaukidar, rewards, punishments, and good or bad services. |
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Who signs entries of rewards, punishments, and services in the record book? |
The officer-in-charge of the station. |
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What other information is recorded in the crime record book? |
List of persons in the chaukidar’s beat on history sheets and reports of their absence from home. |
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PARA-93 |
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ASSISTANCE FOR ESCORT DUTY BY VILLAGE POLICE |
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When must village police assist in escort duty? |
When required to do so by a member of the constabulary force. |
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PARA-94 |
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RULES FOR THE WATCH AND WARD OF CAMPS OF OFFICERS ON TOUR |
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What is the minimum number of chaukidars for a camp? |
Two chaukidars. |
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What is the maximum number of chaukidars for a large camp? |
Six chaukidars. |
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How long can a chaukidar serve in a week on this duty? |
Not more than two days a week. |
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How long can a chaukidar serve at night on this duty? |
Not more than one night at a time. |
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From where should chaukidars be selected for camp duty? |
From the neighbourhood of the camp. |
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Who must pay the special allowance to chaukidars leaving their beats for camp duty? |
The touring officers concerned. |
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Who must be informed of any neglect in payment of allowances? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the daily allowance for guard guarding Presidential or Prime Minister’s special trains? |
Six annas per day in addition to pay. |
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Who can create temporary posts of guard on special duty? |
The Inspector-General of Police. |
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What is the maximum per diem for temporary chaukidars on Presidential or PM duty? |
Re. 1 per diem inclusive of pay. |
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Who decides if substitutes are necessary when permanent chaukidars are deputed? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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What pay is given to permanent chaukidars on deputation with substitutes? |
Re. 1 per day inclusive of pay and reward. |
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What pay is given to substitutes for deputed chaukidars? |
Ordinary pay of the chaukidars. |
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PARA-95 |
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SUPPLY OF PRINTED FORMS FOR WRITTEN REPORTS OF COGNIZABLE OFFENCES TO VILLAGE GUARD |
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Which form should be supplied to village guard for reporting cognizable offences? |
Printed Form No. 44. |
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What is Form No. 44 used for? |
Written reports of cognizable offences and lists of stolen property. |
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What must guard do with the filled form from a complainant? |
Take it to the police station if requested. |
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Are complainants competent to make their reports in writing? |
No, complainants are not competent to make written reports. |
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What must guard return to the complainant after submitting the report? |
The duplicate copy of the check receipt. |
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Should guard give forms to people who require them? |
Yes, they must provide a form to anyone who needs one. |
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PARA-96 |
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APPOINTMENT OF VILLAGE GUARD |
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Who appoints village guard? |
The District Magistrate. |
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Under which acts are village guard appointed? |
North-Western Provinces Village and Road Police Act, 1873 (Act XVI of 1873) and Oudh Laws Act, 1876 (Act XVIII of 1876). |
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Who can dismiss village guard? |
The District Magistrate. |
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Under which sections can village chaukidars be dismissed? |
Section 10 of Act XVI of 1873 or Section 36 of Act XVIII of 1876. |
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Are village guard liable to prosecution? |
Yes, under Section II of Act XVI of 1873 or Section 37 of Act XVIII of 1876. |
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Can good conduct stripes and allowances be withdrawn? |
Yes, as a disciplinary measure. |
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PARA-96A |
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PROVISIONS OF PARA 501 ARE APPLICABLE TO VILLAGE GUARD |
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To whom are the provisions of Paragraph 501 applicable? |
Village guard. |
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When do these provisions apply to village guard? |
When Civil or Criminal proceedings are instituted against them otherwise than by Government. |
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PART-II |
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PARTICULAR DUTIES |
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How many Chapters does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part II have in total? |
Chapter X to chapter XXVIII |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part II have in total? |
Para 97 to Para 395 |
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CHAPTER-X |
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REPORTS MADE AT POLICE STATIONS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter X have in total? |
Para 97 to Para 103 |
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PARA-97 |
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PROCESS FOR INFORMATION RELATING TO THE COMMISSION OF A COGNIZABLE OFFENCE |
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How should information about a cognizable offence be recorded? |
Immediately in triplicate in the check receipt book (Police Form No. 341). |
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Can recording be delayed for preliminary investigation? |
No, it must be recorded at once even if it appears untrue. |
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How should oral reports be documented? |
Exact words including answers must be taken down, read over, and signed or thumb-impressed by the informant. |
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What if the report is written? |
An exact copy must be made; signature or mark of messenger is not required. |
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Who signs the triplicate copies? |
The officer-in-charge of the station signs each copy and stamps the station seal. |
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Where does the original copy go? |
Sent through Superintendent of Police to the Magistrate with the original written report attached. |
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Can FIRs be delayed for attachment to diaries? |
No, delaying is prohibited by Criminal Procedure Code OR BNSS. |
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If an Assistant or Deputy Superintendent is stationed elsewhere, how is the original sent? |
Through the Assistant or Deputy Superintendent to the Magistrate. |
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PARA-98 |
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ENTRIES OF CRIMES IN REGISTERS AND DIARIES SHOULD BE CLEAR |
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How should entries of crimes in registers and diaries be made? |
Clearly and legibly. |
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Why must entries be clear? |
They may be used later in courts of law, and unclear writing causes delay and difficulty. |
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PARA-99 |
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SUBSTANCE OF F.I.R. IN G. D |
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When should the substance of an F.I.R. be recorded in the General Diary? |
As soon as the report is written in the first information book. |
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When must entries in the F.I.R. and General Diary be made? |
Immediately, even if the report is received at night. |
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Within what time should the village crime notebook, crime register, and register of property be updated? |
Within 24 hours if the report requires entries in these registers. |
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PARA-100 |
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PROCESS FOR ORAL INFORMATION OF COGNIZABLE OFFENCE TO STATION OFFICER |
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What should a station officer do if he receives an oral report of a cognizable offence while away from the station? |
He should take the report in writing. |
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What must be done after writing down the oral report of a cognizable offence? |
It must be signed or marked by the person who made the report. |
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How is an oral report treated once written and signed? |
It is sent to the police station to be treated as a written report. |
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Can a station officer begin the investigation without the informant if he is away from the station? |
No, he cannot dispense with the attendance of the person who made the report. |
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Why must an oral report be written down immediately? |
To ensure it is formally recorded and sent to the station for investigation. |
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What is the legal effect of sending the written version of an oral report to the station? |
It is treated as a valid first information report (FIR). |
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PARA-101 |
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SPECIAL REPORT CASES |
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What is a Special Report case? |
A case involving serious offences requiring immediate reporting. |
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Is dacoity a Special Report case? |
Yes. |
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Is robbery a Special Report case? |
Yes, except unimportant cases like snatching ear-rings. |
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Is torture by police included in Special Report cases? |
Yes. |
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Is escape from police custody a Special Report case? |
Yes. |
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Does forging of currency notes require a Special Report? |
Yes. |
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Is manufacture of counterfeit coin included? |
Yes. |
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Are serious defalcations of public money included? |
Yes. |
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Does theft of notes or hundis from letters require Special Report? |
Yes. |
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Are important murder cases Special Report cases? |
Yes. |
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Are important rioting cases included? |
Yes. |
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Are important burglary cases included? |
Yes. |
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Are important theft cases included? |
Yes. |
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Are breaches of peace between classes, communities, or political groups included? |
Yes. |
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Are other cases of special interest included? |
Yes. |
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In what type of envelope are copies of Special Reports sent? |
Red envelopes. |
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To whom are Special Reports sent? |
Superintendent, District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Magistrate, and Circle Inspector. |
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How should Special Reports be dispatched? |
By post or by hand, whichever is quicker. |
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What additional communication methods should be used? |
Telephone, telegraph, and departmental telegraphic code. |
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Why should telephonic or telegraphic communication be used? |
To give the Superintendent early information of serious offences. |
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PARA-101A |
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COPY OF SPECIAL REPORTS TO DM AND SP |
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To whom must copies of Special Reports be sent? |
District Magistrate and Superintendent of Police. |
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In which cases are copies of Special Reports sent? |
In all important cases. |
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Are copies sent in specific categories of cases also? |
Yes. |
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Who may require Special Reports to be sent? |
District Magistrate or Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA-102 |
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PROCESS FOR REPORT OF A NON-COGNIZABLE OFFENCE. |
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Where should a non-cognizable offence report be recorded? |
In the check receipt book for non-cognizable offences (Police Form No. 347). |
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What part of the report is recorded in the check receipt book? |
The important portion of the report. |
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How many copies are prepared for a non-cognizable offence report? |
Two copies. |
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What must the informant do on the two copies? |
Sign or affix his mark on each copy. |
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Which copy is given to the informant? |
The duplicate copy. |
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Where does the original copy remain? |
In the check receipt book. |
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Where must the substance of the report also be entered? |
In the General Diary. |
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What should be done if the report is in writing? |
The written report should be attached to the diary. |
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To whom should the informant be referred? |
To the Magistrate. |
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Under which section of law is the informant referred to the Magistrate? |
Section 155 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 174 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-103 |
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RESPONSIBILITY OF S.O. FOR THE CORRECT RECORDING OF ALL REPORTS OF CRIME |
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Who is responsible for the correct recording of all crime reports? |
The officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Under which legal provisions is this responsibility imposed? |
Sections 154 and 155(1) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 173 AND 174 BNSS,2023) |
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Does this responsibility apply to both cognizable and non-cognizable offences? |
Yes, it applies to both kinds of offences. |
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What must the officer-in-charge do after the report is recorded? |
He must countersign all reports. |
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CHAPTER-XI |
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INVESTIGATIONS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XI have in total? |
Para 104 to Para 128 |
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PARA-104 |
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DECISION INVESTIGATION OF A REPORT OF COGNIZABLE OFFENCE |
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Who must decide whether investigation of a cognizable offence is desirable? |
The officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Under which CrPC/BNSS provision is this discretion exercised? |
Section 157(1)(b) CrPC (SEC 176 BNSS,2023) |
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What must the officer consider before deciding to investigate? |
Whether the matter is civil rather than criminal. |
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What administrative factor must also be considered? |
Whether police action is necessary for law and order. |
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When should investigation not be made regarding trivial complaints? |
When the complaint relates to a technical offence or exaggerated trivial occurrence. |
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Who can permit investigation in restricted cases? |
The Superintendent of Police or Deputy Inspector General. |
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When should petty theft or burglary cases normally not be investigated? |
Unless professional criminals are suspected or prosecution is desired after arrest. |
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Which IPC/BNS injury cases normally require special approval before investigation? |
Cases under Sections 324 and 325 IPC (SEC 118(1) and 117(2) BNS, 2023) |
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PARA-105 |
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PROCESS, WHEN A COGNIZABLE CASE WILL NOT BE INVESTIGATED |
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When must the officer-in-charge record reasons for not investigating a cognizable case? |
When he decides not to investigate the case. |
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Under which CrPC/BNSS provision must reasons for non-investigation be recorded? |
Section 157(2) CrPC. (SEC 176(2) BNSS,2023) |
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Where must reasons for not investigating be entered? |
On the original and triplicate copies of the FIR. |
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What must be written on the duplicate copy of the FIR given to the informant? |
That no investigation will be made. |
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Who receives the duplicate FIR copy containing the non-investigation note? |
The person who made the report. |
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When investigation is made without the order of the Superintendent in restricted cases, where must reasons be recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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What must the officer record if he orders investigation in cases listed under paragraph 104(3)? |
His reasons for ordering the investigation. |
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PARA-106 |
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COMPLETION OF AN INVESTIGATION |
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Where should investigation ordinarily be carried out and completed? |
On the spot. |
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Which cases are exceptions to on-the-spot completion of investigation? |
Cases falling under Section 157(1)(a) CrPC. (SEC 176 BNSS,2023) |
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Can the investigating officer return to the police station to complete investigation? |
Yes, if the scene is close to the station and not covered by Section 157(1)(a) CRPC (SEC 176 BNSS,2023) |
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When is return to the station permitted in town cases? |
After visiting the spot of occurrence. |
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What must the officer do before returning to the station in such cases? |
Visit the scene of the offence first. |
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Who can travel by first available train during investigation of serious offences? |
Any police officer proceeding on investigation of a serious offence. |
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What types of trains may be used for such investigation travel? |
Passenger or goods trains. |
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Can the investigating officer stop a train out of course? |
No, he may not stop it out of course. |
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PARA-107 |
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DUTIES OF AN INVESTIGATING OFFICER |
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How should an investigating officer view his role? |
Not as a mere clerk for recording statements. |
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What primary duty must an investigating officer perform at the scene? |
Observe and infer facts. |
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What should the officer use to verify witness evidence? |
His own expert observations of the scene and circumstances. |
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In unknown offender cases, what must the officer determine? |
The direction in which to look for the culprits. |
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Why should the officer study methods of local offenders? |
To recognize their handiwork. |
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What must the officer be cautious about regarding witness suspicions? |
Not accepting them when they conflict with facts. |
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What is the fundamental duty of the investigating officer? |
To find out the truth. |
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Should the officer aim merely at obtaining convictions? |
No. |
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Should the officer prematurely commit to any view of facts? |
No. |
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Must the officer collect defence evidence intentionally when convinced of guilt? |
He need not hunt for it deliberately. |
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What opportunity must be given to accused persons? |
Opportunity to produce defence evidence. |
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How must defence evidence be treated if produced? |
Carefully considered. |
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What should guide investigation beyond statements? |
Expert observation and factual inference. |
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What must guide the officer when witness claims contradict facts? |
Obvious inferences from facts. |
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How should burglary investigations be conducted? |
According to special orders on the subject. |
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PARA-108 |
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STEPS FOR INVESTIGATING OFFICER TO INVESTIGATE THE CASE |
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What is the first step of the investigating officer? |
To note in the case diary the time and place of receiving information. |
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Under which section is the case diary prescribed? |
Section 172 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 192 BNSS,2023) |
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What must be copied into the case diary? |
The First Information Report. |
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What must the officer note when beginning the investigation? |
The time and place at which investigation begins. |
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What should the officer inspect after starting investigation? |
The scene of the alleged offence. |
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Whom should the officer question at the scene? |
The complainant and other persons with relevant information. |
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Why should the complainant be questioned? |
To obtain details about the circumstances of the case. |
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What record should be consulted at an early stage? |
The village crime note-book. |
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Why should the village crime note-book be consulted? |
To learn of matters that may have a bearing on the case. |
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PARA-109 |
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ENTRIES OF THE CASE |
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Under which section must the case diary contain required particulars? |
Section 172 CrPC, 1973. (SEC 192 BNSS,2023) |
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Why should the case diary contain sufficient detail? |
To enable the supervising officer to appreciate the facts. |
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What variations must be recorded in the case diary? |
Variations between complainant’s statement and the FIR. |
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What else should be recorded along with variations? |
Substance of supplementary statements, if any. |
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Is the investigating officer bound to record statements under Section 161 CrPC (SEC 180 BNSS,2023)? |
No, it is not mandatory. |
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If statements are recorded under Section 161 CRPC (SEC 180 BNSS,2023), how should they be recorded? |
Separately for each person. |
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In which person should recorded statements be written? |
In the first person. |
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What should recorded statements contain? |
Helpful details for prosecution. |
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Is it sufficient to record that a witness corroborates another statement? |
No, such phrases should be avoided. |
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How should the accused person’s statement be recorded? |
It must be recorded in full. |
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What must be noted when the investigation closes for the day? |
Time and place of closing the investigation. |
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How frequently should the diary be sent to the Superintendent? |
Daily, on days when proceedings are taken. |
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Through whom should the diary be sent if the investigator is not the station officer? |
Through the officer-in-charge of the station. |
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When can the diary be sent directly instead of through the station officer? |
When sending through him would cause delay. |
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What must be recorded regarding changes of investigating officers? |
All changes must be recorded in the diary. |
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If multiple officers investigate the same case independently, what must they do? |
Each must keep a separate diary. |
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Which additional CrPC/BNSS provisions must be carefully studied? |
Sections 162 and 173 CrPC. (SEC 181 AND 193 BNSS,2023) |
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How detailed should the diary be in petty cases? |
A very short diary is sufficient. |
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PARA-110 |
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PROCEEDINGS AFTER ARRESTS OF A SUSPECTED PERSON |
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At whose discretion is the stage of arrest of a suspected person left? |
The investigating officer. |
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Under which provision is the arrest of a suspected person mentioned? |
Section 44 CrPC, 1973. (SEC 41 BNSS,2023) |
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Can the investigating officer watch a suspect before arrest? |
Yes. |
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Can the officer restrict the movements of a suspect without arresting him? |
No. |
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Can a suspect be compelled to remain present as a witness without arrest? |
No. |
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What must be done before restricting the liberty of a suspect? |
He must be arrested. |
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Is surveillance of a suspect permitted? |
Yes, surveillance is permitted. |
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What is prohibited without arrest—restriction or observation? |
Restriction of movements is prohibited. |
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PARA-111 |
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SEARCH CONDUCTED BY A POLICE OFFICER |
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What must a police officer do before entering a place for search? |
Satisfy the owner/occupier and witnesses that nothing incriminating is concealed on the search party. |
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Who must be satisfied before the search begins? |
The owner/occupier and the witnesses. |
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Under which CrPC/BNSS section are witnesses called during search? |
Section 100(4) or 100(8) CrPC. (SEC 103 BNSS,2023) |
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Should the search party show that they carry no incriminating articles? |
Yes. |
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Can an informer freely enter the place being searched? |
No, only if his assistance is indispensable. |
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When should an informer be allowed to enter the search premises? |
Only when it is impossible to dispense with his assistance. |
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Can searches under CrPC/BNSS, Arms Act, Excise Act, or Section 19 of the Opium Act be conducted at night? |
Yes, they may be conducted day or night. |
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Can searches under the Salt Act be conducted at night? |
No, only by day. |
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Under which Opium Act provision are searches allowed only by day? |
Section 14 of the Opium Act. |
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PARA-112 |
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INQUIRIES FROM A PERSON |
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How should persons from whom inquiries are made by police be treated? |
They should not be unnecessarily harassed or detained. |
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Under which sections may persons be summoned for inquiry? |
Section 100 or Section 160 CrPC. (SEC 103 OR 179 BNSS,2023) |
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What should the investigating officer do if a summoned person requests recording of attendance period? |
Record the period of attendance. |
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Where should the period of attendance be recorded? |
On the foil and counterfoil of Order Form No. 7. |
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PARA-113 |
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INQUIRIES FROM PUBLIC OR RAILWAY SERVANTS |
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How should inquiries involving public or railway servants be conducted? |
With minimal interference to their official duties. |
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Do police have to notify official superiors under Section 66 CrPC (SEC 68 BNSS, 2023)? |
It is not compulsory, but notice should be given. |
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Before requiring a public or railway servant to leave duty, what must be allowed? |
Reasonable opportunity for the superior to arrange relief. |
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Under which sections may such servants be required to attend? |
Sections 100(4)-(8) and 160 CrPC. (SEC 103 and 179 BNSS, 2023) |
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Should police officers attend Court on fixed dates? |
Yes, attendance is mandatory. |
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Should absence from Court be treated lightly? |
No. |
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What must controlling officers ensure regarding Court summons? |
That summonses are returned well before the hearing date. |
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Who maintains a register of officials absent from Court? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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On what basis are names entered in the absence register? |
Reports received from Courts. |
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What must the Superintendent do after receiving a complaint of absence? |
Call for explanation from the defaulting officer. |
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Within how many days must the explanation be submitted to the Court? |
Within 15 days of receiving the complaint. |
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What happens if explanation is not submitted within 15 days? |
The Court reports the matter to the District Magistrate. |
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When are entries in the absence register considered? |
At the time of recording annual remarks. |
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Who examines the absence register during inspections? |
The Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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What is the main objective of these rules? |
To ensure discipline and proper coordination with official duties and Court attendance. |
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PARA-114 |
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SCENE MAHAZAR/SPOT PANCHNAMA |
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Who should prepare the plan of the scene of occurrence? |
The Investigating Officer (I.O.). |
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PARA-115 |
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DYING DECLARATION OF SERIOUSLY INJURED PERSON TO BE RECORDED IMMEDIATELY |
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When should a dying declaration be recorded immediately? |
When the injured person is likely to die before reaching a dispensary. |
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Who should record the dying declaration in such urgent cases? |
The investigating officer. |
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Why must the declaration be recorded at once? |
Because the injured person may die before medical recording. |
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In whose presence should the dying declaration be recorded? |
Two respectable witnesses. |
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What must be obtained from the declarant on the declaration? |
His signature or mark. |
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What must the witnesses do after the declaration is recorded? |
Sign at the foot of the declaration. |
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PARA-116 |
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IDENTIFICATION PARADE OF SUSPECTS |
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When should identification parade precautions begin? |
From the very beginning of the investigation. |
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What must the investigating officer prevent before identification proceedings? |
Witnesses seeing the suspects beforehand. |
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Where should identification proceedings preferably be held? |
In the jail. |
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Under whose provisions should jail identification proceedings be conducted? |
Manual of Government Orders and relevant regulations. |
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Who is responsible for observance of procedures when held in jail? |
The Public Prosecutor (as far as police are concerned). |
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When may identification proceedings be held outside jail? |
When suspects cannot be arrested or proceedings cannot be held in jail. |
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Who should conduct identification proceedings outside jail when possible? |
A Magistrate. |
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If no Magistrate is available, before whom should the proceedings be held? |
Two respectable and impartial persons. |
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What should the impartial persons ensure? |
That proceedings are fair to witnesses and accused. |
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Who should attend important identification proceedings if no Magistrate is available? |
A gazetted police officer. |
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What must the investigating officer follow when jail proceedings are not possible? |
Applicable identification instructions as far as practicable. |
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PARA-117 |
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IDENTIFICATION OF ARTICLES OF PROPERTY RECOVERED FROM SUSPECTS |
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When is mixing recovered property with similar articles advisable? |
In important cases for identification. |
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Why should recovered articles be mixed with similar items? |
To ensure fair identification by complainants. |
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What precautions should be followed during property identification? |
Similar precautions as in identification parades of accused. |
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Who should conduct the identification of recovered property? |
A person above suspicion. |
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What must be ensured regarding the property before identification? |
That witnesses had not seen it beforehand. |
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PARA-118 |
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COGNIZABLE OFFENCE DONE BY A PERSON IN A SECOND STATE OF MIND GET NO RELAXATION BY THE POLICE |
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Who decides whether insanity is a valid defence in a cognizable offence? |
The Court decides. |
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Should police determine the defence of insanity? |
No. |
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What should police do if a person commits a cognizable offence in an unsound state of mind? |
Send the accused for trial. |
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PARA-119 |
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PROCESS FOR CONFESSION RECORDED BY THE MAGISTRATE |
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Under which section is a confession recorded by a Magistrate? |
Section 164 CrPC, 1973. (SEC 183 BNSS,2023) |
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What should the Magistrate do while recording a confession? |
Ask questions to elicit maximum verifiable details. |
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Why should detailed questions be asked during confession? |
To verify the truth of the confession. |
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What is required to make a confession useful in Court? |
Independent corroborative evidence in material particulars. |
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Is an uncorroborated confession sufficient in Court? |
No, it is of little use without corroboration. |
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What is the primary use of a true confession? |
To determine the future line of investigation. |
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PARA-120 |
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WHO CAN RECORD THE CONFESSION |
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Who should record a confession of a person in police custody? |
The highest Magistrate available other than the District Magistrate. |
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Which classes of Magistrates are authorized to record confessions? |
First Class Magistrates and specially empowered Second-Class Magistrates. |
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Who empowers a Second-Class Magistrate to record confessions? |
The Local Government. |
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In important dacoity cases, who should preferably record the confession? |
The District Magistrate or a Magistrate of standing. |
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Who is preferred as a Magistrate of standing for recording confession? |
The Joint Magistrate. |
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PARA-121 |
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REMAND FOR POLICE CUSTODY |
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When should remand to police custody be applied for? |
Only when definite and satisfactory grounds exist. |
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Can remand be granted on a general statement that the accused may give more information? |
No. |
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What must the officer show before applying for police custody remand? |
Definite and satisfactory grounds. |
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Through whom must the application for police custody remand be made? |
Through the Superintendent of Police or a Gazetted Police Officer in charge of a subdivision. |
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To whom should applications for police custody remand be addressed? |
Magistrates authorized under Section 167 CrPC (SEC 187 BNSS,2023) |
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What is prohibited regarding suspects and confessions? |
Handing suspects to non-official persons to induce confessions. |
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PARA-122 |
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COMPLETION OF INVESTIGATION AND SUBMISSION OF FINAL REPORT OR CHARGE SHEET SHOULD BE AS SOON AS POSSIBLE |
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When should an investigation be completed? |
As soon as possible. |
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After completion of investigation, which sections must be complied with? |
Sections 161–171 and 173 CrPC. (SEC 180-191 and 193 BNSS, 2023) |
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Who must submit the report under Section 173 CrPC (SEC 193 BNSS, 2023)? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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To whom must submission of the report be intimated? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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In what form is the report submitted when the case is sent for trial? |
Charge-sheet (Police Form No. 339). |
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In what form is the report submitted when the case is not sent for trial? |
Final report (Police Form No. 340). |
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Through whom should the charge-sheet with the final diary be submitted to the Court? |
Through the Circle Officer and Public Prosecutor. |
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Within how many weeks should the charge-sheet reach the Court in summons and warrant cases? |
Within 4 weeks of FIR. |
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Within how many weeks should the charge-sheet reach the Court in Sessions cases? |
Within 8 weeks of FIR. |
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How long should the Circle Officer or Public Prosecutor normally retain the charge-sheet? |
Not more than one week. |
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Can the prescribed time-limit for submission be exceeded? |
Only for very special reasons. |
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Who prepares the quarterly list of delayed charge-sheet cases? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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When must the quarterly list of delayed cases be submitted? |
Within one month after the expiry of each quarter. |
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To whom is the quarterly delayed list first submitted? |
District Magistrate. |
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Who forwards the delayed list to the Range Deputy Inspector General of Police? |
District Magistrate. |
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Who compiles the statement of delayed cases for submission to the Inspector General of Police? |
Range Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Through whom must the final report always be submitted? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who must send investigation results to the complainant? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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In which form is the complainant informed about the result of investigation? |
Police Form No. 47. |
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When should the complainant be informed of the investigation result? |
At the time of submitting the charge-sheet or final report. |
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PARA-123 |
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PREVIOUS CONVICTIONS SHOULD BE RECORDED IN CHARGE SHEET |
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Where should particulars of previous convictions be recorded? |
In Column 7 of the charge-sheet. |
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What should be noted in Column 7 of the charge-sheet? |
Details of any previous convictions of the accused. |
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When should the officer of another police station be contacted? |
When the accused resides in another police station of the same district. |
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Who should be asked to provide details of previous convictions in such cases? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station where the accused resides. |
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To whom should details of previous convictions be sent if time is short? |
Public Prosecutor directly, if time is short. |
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PARA-124 |
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COMPLAINT OF COGNIZABLE OR NON-COGNIZABLE OFFENCE BEFORE THE MAGISTRATE |
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Under which provision can a Magistrate take cognizance of a complaint? |
Under Section 190(a) CrPC. (SEC 210 BNSS, 2023) |
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Under which section can a Magistrate refer a complaint to police for investigation? |
Under Section 202 CrPC. (SEC 225 BNSS, 2023) |
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Who must verify compliance with Sections 200 and 202 CRPC (SEC 223 and 225 BNSS, 2023) before forwarding the complaint? |
Officer-in-charge of the sub-division. |
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What must the Magistrate do under Section 200 CRPC (SEC 223 BNSS, 2023) before sending a case for investigation? |
Record the statement of the complainant on oath. |
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What must the Magistrate record under Section 202 CRPC (SEC 225 BNSS, 2023) before ordering police investigation? |
Reasons showing that police investigation is necessary. |
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Can a case be legally sent for investigation if the complainant’s statement on oath is not recorded? |
No. |
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What should be done if the Magistrate’s reasons for investigation appear prima facie invalid? |
Matter should be brought to the notice of the District Magistrate by the Superintendent of Police. |
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Who reports such irregular cases to the District Magistrate? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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How should investigations ordered by Magistrates under Section 202 CRPC (SEC 225 BNSS, 2023) be conducted? |
As promptly as circumstances allow. |
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PARA-125 |
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PROCESS OF INVESTIGATION WHEN AN INDIAN IS KILLED BY BRITISH SOLDIERS |
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In which cases must special investigation be conducted under Para 125? |
When an Indian is suspected to have been killed or wounded by British soldiers. |
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Who must ordinarily investigate such cases? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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When can the Superintendent of Police avoid conducting the investigation personally? |
When a magisterial inquiry is conducted by a qualified officer. |
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What is the minimum qualification of the officer conducting the magisterial inquiry? |
At least four years’ standing as a Justice of the Peace. |
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PARA-126 |
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NO ANALYSIS OF THE WORK OF INVESTIGATION OFFICERS |
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What kind of analysis of investigating officers’ work is considered objectionable? |
Analysis based on statistical tests. |
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Why is statistical analysis of investigation work discouraged? |
Because it encourages dishonesty. |
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Who should inform subordinate officers about the evaluation method? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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On what basis should the efficiency of investigating officers be judged? |
By the manner in which they perform their duties. |
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PARA-127 |
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PRODUCTION OF RECORDS OF POST OFFICE BEFORE THE POLICE. |
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When can post office records be produced before the police? |
On the written order of a police officer investigating under CrPC/BNSS |
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Who must issue the order for production of post office records? |
A police officer conducting investigation under the Code of Criminal Procedure/BNSS |
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What type of entries should be disclosed from post office records? |
Only entries relating to the accused or relevant to the offence. |
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Should all entries in post office records be disclosed to police? |
No. |
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What should the Postmaster do in cases not covered by investigation relevance? |
Refer the matter to the Postmaster-General. |
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Who decides whether information should be withheld under Section 124 of the Indian Evidence Act (SEC 130 BSA, 2023)? |
Postmaster-General. |
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Under which section of the Indian Evidence Act may information be withheld? |
Section 124 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872. (SEC 130 BSA, 2023) |
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PARA-128 |
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PROCESS WHEN THERE IS AN OUTBREAK OF THEFTS FROM GOODS TRAINS |
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What action is taken when there is an outbreak of thefts from goods trains? |
The matter is coordinated between concerned police authorities. |
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Who informs about the outbreak of thefts from goods trains? |
Superintendent of the Government Railway Police. |
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To whom is information about the outbreak communicated? |
Superintendent of Police of the concerned districts. |
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What type of measures are taken after such information? |
Concerted measures are taken jointly. |
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CHAPTER-XII |
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INQUESTS, POST-MORTEM EXAMINATION AND TREATMENT OF WOUNDED PERSONS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XII have in total? |
Para 129 to Para 146 |
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PARA-129 |
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ANY SUDDEN OR UNNATURAL DEATH TO BE REPORTED BY VILLAGE GUARD TO THE POLICE STATION |
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Who must report sudden or unnatural deaths in a village? |
The village guard |
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Under which section of CrPC/BNSS is the village chaukidar required to report such deaths? |
Section 40 CrPC, 1973. (SEC 34 BNSS,2023) |
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Where must the village chaukidar report such incidents? |
At the police station. |
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What type of deaths must be reported by the village chaukidar? |
Sudden or unnatural deaths under suspicious circumstances. |
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Must the discovery of a corpse be reported? |
Yes. |
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Should discovery of part of a corpse also be reported? |
Yes. |
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In what circumstances must a corpse discovery be reported? |
When there is reasonable suspicion of unnatural death. |
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Who must take action upon receiving such a report? |
A police officer empowered under Section 174 CrPC. (SEC 194 BNSS,2023) |
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What must the empowered police officer do after receiving the report? |
Immediately take action as per Section 174 CrPC. (SEC 194 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA 130. [Omitted] |
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PARA-131 |
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All sub-inspectors and head constables empowered to make inquiries u/s 174 code of criminal procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974) or (sec 194 bnss,2023) |
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Who are generally empowered to make inquiries under Section 174 CrPC (SEC 194 BNSS,2023)? |
Sub-Inspectors. |
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Which other police officers may be empowered to make inquiries under Section 174 CrPC (SEC 194 BNSS,2023)? |
Selected Head Constables. |
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Who selects the Head Constables empowered to conduct such inquiries? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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By whom are Sub-Inspectors and selected Head Constables authorized for such inquiries? |
The Local Government. |
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Under which section of CrPC/BNSS are these inquiries conducted? |
Section 174 CrPC, 1973. (SEC 194 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-132 |
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INQUEST REPORT BY POLICE |
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Under which section is the police inquest investigation conducted? |
Section 174 CrPC, 1973 (SEC 194 BNSS,2023) |
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When should the inquest investigation preferably be conducted? |
Before the body is touched or moved. |
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In which form should the inquest report be prepared? |
Form No. 211. |
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When can Form No. 211 serve both as inquest report and case diary? |
When inquiry is completed in one day and death cause is doubtful. |
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Which section prescribes the case diary that may be combined with the inquest report? |
Section 172 CrPC. (SEC 192 BNSS,2023) |
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In what type of cases may the same form be used for both inquest report and case diary? |
Cases involving doubt between accident or suicide. |
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PARA 133. [Omitted] |
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PARA 134 |
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KNOWN OR SUSPECTED DEAD BODIES RELATED TO COGNIZABLE OFFENCE TO BE SENT FOR POST-MORTEM EXAMINATION |
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When should a dead body be sent for post-mortem examination? |
When death is known or suspected to be due to a cognizable offence. |
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Who decides whether the body should be sent for post-mortem in other cases? |
The investigating officer. |
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What condition must be considered before sending the body for post-mortem? |
Weather conditions and distance. |
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Why should weather and distance be considered before sending the body? |
To avoid putrefaction that would make examination useless. |
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PARA-135 |
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RECORDING OF FINGER PRINTS OF UNIDENTIFIED CORPSES |
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Whose finger impressions must be taken on search slip forms? |
All unidentified corpses. |
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Where should the finger impressions of unidentified corpses be sent? |
To the Finger Print Bureau for search. |
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When should finger impressions of an identified corpse also be taken? |
When death is due or suspected to be due to a cognizable offence and prints may help investigation. |
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Why are finger impressions of identified corpses taken in such cases? |
For comparison with prints found at the crime scene. |
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Who must supervise the taking of fingerprints of a corpse? |
An officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector. |
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What must the supervising officer certify on the search slip? |
That the impressions were correctly taken in his presence. |
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What additional information must the supervising officer note on the search slip? |
The condition of the body (e.g., decomposition stage). |
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How many fingers’ prints must be taken? |
Prints of all fingers. |
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What should be done if the finger skin is contracted and prints cannot be obtained? |
The medical officer should remove the skin from the fingers. |
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How should removed finger skin be preserved? |
Each piece placed in a separate sealed envelope marked with the finger details. |
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Where should the sealed envelopes containing finger skin be sent? |
To the Finger Print Bureau for opinion. |
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Why are finger impressions taken promptly in such cases? |
To avoid wasting time later searching for the culprit using crime scene prints. |
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Is it usually difficult to take fingerprints from a corpse? |
Ordinarily, no; difficulty arises only when the skin is wrinkled or contracted. |
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What form is used to record fingerprints of corpses? |
Search slip forms. |
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PARA-135A |
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PROCESS WHEN AN UNCLAIMED OR UNIDENTIFIED BODY IS RECOVERED BY POLICE. |
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What should police do when an unclaimed or unidentified body is recovered? |
Give the discovery the widest possible publicity. |
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Why is wide publicity given for an unidentified body? |
For identification and tracing relatives or acquaintances. |
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How is publicity given in rural areas for unidentified bodies? |
By beat of drum. |
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What additional means may be used in urban areas for publicity? |
Local press, broadcasting stations, and voluntary organizations. |
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Which voluntary organization is mentioned for assistance in publicity? |
Sewa Samiti. |
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What must the police officer try to ascertain regarding the deceased? |
The faith or religion of the deceased. |
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Why should the faith of the deceased be determined? |
To ensure proper disposal according to customary rites. |
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How can the officer determine the faith of the deceased? |
By examining distinguishing features and making enquiries. |
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Where should the officer record distinguishing features of the corpse? |
In the general diary and the inquest report. |
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What happens if the body remains unclaimed after due publicity? |
The Superintendent of Police may hand it over to a recognized Medical College. |
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For what purpose may the body be handed over to a Medical College? |
Anatomical examination and dissection. |
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Who bears the expense of anatomical examination and dissection? |
The Medical College. |
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What must the officer-in-charge of the Medical College provide after examination? |
A certificate confirming disposal according to customary rites. |
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To whom must the Medical College submit the certificate? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Under which section is the enquiry regarding such corpses conducted? |
Section 174 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (SEC 194 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-136 |
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STEPS TAKEN BY I.O., WHEN MEDICAL OFFICER MAKING EXAMINATION OF DEAD BODIES |
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The following steps shall be taken by investigation officers to assist medical officers in |
making examinations of dead bodies and injured persons |
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I. – IN CASES OF SUSPECTED POISONING |
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In suspected poisoning cases, what must the I.O. collect regarding food or drink? |
Any food or drink taken by the suspected person. |
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What should be done with vomited matter found on person or bed? |
Carefully swabbed with a rag and preserved. |
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What materials soaked with vomited matter must be seized? |
Clothing, matting, wood, mud, or similar substances. |
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How should vomited matter in a vessel be preserved? |
Carefully placed in a bottle. |
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What should be collected in case of cremation? |
Ashes of the funeral pyre. |
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What interval must be noted first in suspected poisoning? |
Time between last intake and first symptoms. |
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What second time interval must be recorded? |
Time between last intake and death (if occurred). |
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Should movement of the victim after symptoms be recorded? |
Yes, including distance moved. |
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What initial health details must be recorded? |
First symptoms of poisoning. |
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Must vomiting or purging be noted? |
Yes. |
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Should drowsiness or sleep be recorded? |
Yes. |
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Should tingling of skin or throat be recorded? |
Yes. |
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Where should all elicited information be entered? |
In the case diary. |
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What personal details must be provided for chemical examination? |
Name, sex, and age of the patient. |
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What food-related detail must be mentioned for analysis? |
Nature of last food taken. |
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Should details of unconsciousness be recorded? |
Yes, including timing. |
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Are symptoms like dizziness or convulsions relevant? |
Yes. |
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Must behavior changes (sensible or foolish talk) be noted? |
Yes. |
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Should details of any treatment adopted be recorded? |
Yes. |
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Must suspected poison be mentioned in the report? |
Yes. |
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To whom must this information be forwarded before chemical analysis? |
District Magistrate. |
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What additional report should preferably accompany the case? |
Medical officer’s report with opinion on poison. |
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Should information from friends and neighbours be noted? |
Yes. |
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What is the purpose of sending detailed facts to Chemical Examiner? |
To guide chemical analysis. |
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Under which type of cases are these steps primarily applicable? |
Suspected human poisoning cases. |
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II.- IN CASE OF HANGING OR STRANGULATION |
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Before removing the body in suspected strangulation, what should first be noted? |
The means of strangulation. |
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What facial condition should be observed before the body is cut down? |
Lividity of the face, lips, and eyelids. |
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What eye condition should be examined in strangulation cases? |
Projection of the eyes. |
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What should be noted about the tongue? |
Whether enlarged, protruded, or compressed between the lips. |
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What fluid-related observation should be recorded? |
Escape of fluid from mouth and nostrils and its direction of flow. |
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After cutting down the body, what neck condition should be checked? |
Whether the neck is bruised along the strangulation line. |
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What should be noted regarding the strangulation mark? |
Its direction, whether circular or oblique. |
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What condition of the hands should be observed? |
Whether the thumbs are crossed over the palm. |
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What should be collected regarding the act of hanging or strangulation? |
The materials used for hanging or strangulation. |
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How should the collected strangulation materials be handled? |
Dealt with as prescribed in Paragraph 142. |
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III.- WHEN A BODY FOUND IN A TANK OR WELL, THE FOLLOWING POINTS SHOULD BE NOTED |
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When a body is found in a tank or well, what marks around the location should be noted? |
Any marks of flood around the mouth or sides of the well or tank. |
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After removing the body from a tank or well, what should be checked first? |
Any external marks of injury. |
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Which body parts should be carefully examined for injuries? |
Especially the head and neck. |
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What condition of the skin should be noted in such cases? |
Whether the skin is smooth or rough. |
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What examination should be done regarding the hands of the body? |
The hands should be examined carefully. |
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What should be done with objects found in the hands of the body? |
They should be carefully removed. |
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IV.- IN THE CASE OF A BODY FOUND MURDERED |
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In a murdered body case, what should be noted about injuries? |
The number of injuries should be noted. |
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What aspect of injuries should be recorded besides number? |
The character of injuries should be recorded. |
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What visual aspect of injuries must be described? |
The appearance of injuries. |
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What should be done if a weapon is found near the body? |
It should be wrapped in paper and sealed. |
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What marks on the recovered weapon must be noted? |
Any blood marks on the weapon. |
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What additional evidence on the weapon should be preserved? |
Any adherent hairs on the weapon. |
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Why should the weapon be sealed after recovery? |
To preserve evidence. |
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In the case of an exposed infant body, what should be examined first? |
The state of the umbilical cord. |
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What specific detail about the cord should be noted? |
Whether the cord is tied or not. |
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What should be checked on an exposed infant body besides the cord? |
Any marks of violence. |
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V.- IN THE CASE OF PRESUMED MURDER, AND BURIAL OR CREMATION OF THE REMAINS |
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In presumed murder cases involving burial or cremation, what should be searched for on remains? |
Any marks of violence should be searched for. |
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Which specific part should be carefully examined for marks of violence? |
The skull should be specially examined. |
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What biological identification detail must be noted from remains? |
Any indications of sex should be noted. |
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Which bones should at least be collected for identification purposes? |
A jaw bone should be brought away. |
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Which pelvic-related remains should be preserved? |
Bones of the pelvis should be collected. |
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What should be done if poisoning is suspected in buried remains? |
Earth from the place where the stomach was found should be collected. |
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Why should soil near the stomach area be collected? |
For examination in suspected poisoning cases. |
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How should collected soil evidence be handled? |
It should be dealt with according to prescribed procedure (Para 142). |
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If a murdered body has been burnt, what should be collected from the ashes? |
Any fragments of bones should be collected. |
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How should bone fragments recovered from ashes be treated? |
They should be handled as prescribed in Paragraph 142. |
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VI. IN CASE IN WHICH AN OPINION ON THE NATURE OF STAINS ON CLOTHES IS REQUIRED, THE STAINS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO DRY BEFORE THE CLOTHES ARE FOLDED UP |
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What should be done with stains on clothes when examination is required? |
Stains should be allowed to dry before folding the clothes. |
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Why should stained clothes not be folded immediately? |
To prevent damage or smudging of the stains. |
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How should blood stains on mud floors or hard earth be preserved? |
The portion containing the stains should be cut out. |
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After cutting out stained earth or mud, how should it be packed? |
It should be wrapped in cotton wool. |
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What is the purpose of wrapping stained material in cotton wool? |
To protect the stain evidence during handling and transport. |
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How should preserved stained materials ultimately be handled? |
They should be disposed of as prescribed in Paragraph 142. |
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PARA-137 |
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DEAD BODIES FOR EXAMINATION SHOULD BE SENT TO DISTRICT HEADQUARTERS |
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Where should dead bodies requiring examination generally be sent? |
To the district headquarters. |
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What type of dead bodies must be sent to district headquarters? |
Dead bodies requiring medical examination. |
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Are there any exceptions to sending dead bodies to district headquarters? |
Yes, exceptions are listed in Appendix V of the Regulations. |
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When should a dead body not be sent to district headquarters? |
When the place is enumerated in Appendix V. |
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PARA-138 |
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PROCESS, WHEN DEAD BODY SENT FOR EXAMINATION BY G.R.P |
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Who decides whether a post-mortem is necessary when a body is sent by the G.R.P.? |
The Superintendent of Police of the district concerned. |
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When does this provision apply? |
When a dead body is sent for examination by the Government Railway Police (G.R.P.). |
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Which authority sends the body for examination in such cases? |
The Government Railway Police. |
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Who has the final authority to determine the need for post-mortem examination? |
The Superintendent of Police of the concerned district. |
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Does sending a body by G.R.P. automatically require a post-mortem? |
No, the necessity is decided by the Superintendent of Police. |
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At whose discretion is the post-mortem examination conducted in G.R.P. cases? |
At the discretion of the Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA-139 |
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PROCEDURE, WHEN A BODY IS SENT FOR POST-MORTEM EXAMINATION |
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In what condition should the body be placed when sent for post-mortem? |
In the same state in which it was found. |
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Should any substance be applied to delay decomposition before post-mortem? |
No substance should be applied. |
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Who must accompany the body to the medical officer? |
A police constable and a chaukidar. |
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When the distance exceeds 20 miles, what may be done regarding escort? |
Escorts may be relieved at intermediate stations. |
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Should the number of escort reliefs be high or minimal? |
The number of reliefs should be kept as low as possible. |
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Where are the names of escort personnel entered? |
In Police Form No. 13 and 33. |
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From where is money given to the constable for expenses? |
From the permanent advance of the police station. |
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What document is issued for money realization at headquarters? |
A cheque in Form No. 11. |
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Until when does the escorting constable remain in charge of the body? |
Until the medical officer completes the examination. |
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Who arranges disposal of the remains if relatives are absent? |
The escorting constable. |
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What document must the investigating officer prepare describing the body? |
A descriptive roll of the body in duplicate. |
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How are the two copies of the descriptive roll used? |
One accompanies the body and the other is sent to headquarters. |
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Which additional statement must accompany the body for post-mortem? |
A carefully prepared statement in Form No. 13. |
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Who must identify the body before post-mortem examination? |
The constable and chaukidar in the presence of the medical officer. |
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What should be done with the Civil Surgeon’s report after examination? |
Its translation should be prepared and a copy sent to the officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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PARA 139A |
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PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEOGRAPHS OF POST MORTEM IN CERTAIN CASES |
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Para 139(A) makes photography and videography mandatory for post-mortems in which scenario? |
Deaths in police action or police custody |
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Under Para 139(A)(i), who is responsible for informing the hospital to arrange for these recordings? |
The Magistrate or the Investigating Officer |
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In the absence of a police or government-nominated photographer, who may be engaged? |
An independent or private photographer |
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Which certificate is mandatory for the admissibility of electronic post-mortem records during trial? |
Section 65B Indian Evidence Act (SEC 63 BSA, 2023) |
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How should the video or photographs be stored according to Para 139(A)(v)? |
On a separate memory card
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PARA-140 |
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OBJECTS OF EXAMINATION SHOULD CLEARLY EXPLAINED IN INQUEST REPORT |
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What must a police officer clearly explain when sending a person for medical examination? |
The objects of the examination. |
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Where should the purpose of examination be clearly stated? |
In the inquest report. |
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Is explanation of the examination always required? |
Yes, unless special reasons make it undesirable. |
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Who is responsible for clearly stating the purpose of examination? |
The police officer sending the person. |
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What should be avoided while sending cases to medical officers? |
Unnecessary medical examinations. |
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PARA-141 |
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PUBLIC PROSECUTOR TO DIRECTLY CORRESPOND WITH CIVIL SURGEON WHEN SENDING ANY ARTICLE FOR EXAMINATION |
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Who should correspond directly with the Civil Surgeon when sending an article for examination? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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With whom does the Public Prosecutor correspond regarding examination of articles? |
The Civil Surgeon. |
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In what situation does this direct correspondence occur? |
When sending an article or substance for examination. |
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PARA-142 |
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EXHIBITS CONNECTED WITH THE COMMISSION OF AN OFFENCE SHOULD BE SENT TO PUBLIC PROSECUTOR OR TO MAGISTRATE FOR REQUIRED TESTING IN FORENSIC LABORATORY |
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Who sends exhibits connected with an offence to the Public Prosecutor? |
The Investigating Officer. |
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In what form should exhibits be sent to the Public Prosecutor? |
With an invoice. |
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What must the Public Prosecutor do after receiving the parcel? |
Sign the invoice and make an entry in the register. |
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What should the invoice mention regarding the parcel? |
The name of the constable who brought the sealed cover. |
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With what should labels of exhibits for blood analysis be pasted? |
Flour-paste. |
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What should the Public Prosecutor do if no examination is required? |
Keep the article until required in Court. |
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To whom should the article be sent if examination is necessary? |
The Civil Surgeon. |
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What must accompany articles sent for chemical examination? |
A full medico-legal history. |
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Who notes in the register the agency by which the parcel is sent? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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Who opens and inspects the parcel upon receipt? |
The Civil Surgeon. |
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What does the Civil Surgeon do if he can examine the contents himself? |
Examine them and return them with the report. |
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What happens if chemical examination appears necessary? |
The Civil Surgeon informs the Court and awaits orders. |
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Who sends the contents to the Chemical Examiner after Court orders? |
The Civil Surgeon. |
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Who is the custodian of offensive substances during analysis? |
The Civil Surgeon. |
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Where should exhibits be kept after analysis and production in Court? |
In the police malkhana. |
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PARA-143 |
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IN CASE OF DANGEROUS INJURIES WOUNDED PERSONS TO BE CONVEYED TO HEADQUARTERS |
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Where should a wounded person with very severe or dangerous injuries be conveyed? |
To the district headquarters. |
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Can wounded persons be sent to places other than headquarters? |
Yes, to places mentioned in Appendix V in certain districts. |
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When may a wounded person be sent to a mufassil dispensary? |
When injuries are severe but a nearer dispensary is available. |
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What condition must be considered before conveying a wounded person to headquarters? |
Whether the injured person can bear the journey. |
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Which form is prepared when the wounded person is sent to district headquarters? |
Form No. 34. |
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When is Form No. 34-A prepared? |
When there is no English Police Officer at the place. |
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Who prepares Form No. 34-A? |
The officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Who should prepare the route for taking a corpse to the mortuary in large towns? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Where should a copy of the mortuary route orders be kept? |
At every police station in the district. |
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What is the purpose of preparing a fixed route for conveying corpses? |
To ensure proper and orderly transport to the mortuary. |
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PARA-143A |
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FIRST-AID GIVEN BY THE MEDICAL OFFICER IN MEDICO-LEGAL CASE |
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Who provides first-aid in a Medico-Legal case at an outlying dispensary? |
The Medical Officer of the dispensary. |
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What should the Medical Officer decide after giving first-aid? |
Whether the case should be transferred to Sardar Hospital or treated at the dispensary. |
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If transfer is needed, who is advised about it? |
The police officer-in-charge of the escort. |
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How should the patient be transported to Sardar Hospital? |
By the quickest possible means of transport. |
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Where will the patient receive necessary treatment if transferred? |
At the Sardar Hospital. |
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PARA-144 |
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INJURY OR POST-MORTEM REPORT MADE BY THE MEDICAL OFFICER |
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How many copies of an injury or post-mortem report does the Medical Officer prepare? |
Three copies (triplicate). |
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Where is the original copy of the report sent? |
To the Superintendent of Police through the normal channel. |
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Who receives the duplicate copy of the report? |
The constable accompanying the injured or dead body, in a sealed cover. |
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What happens to the third copy of the report? |
It is retained by the Medical Officer as the office copy. |
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Who can be deputed to obtain additional information from the Medical Officer during investigation? |
An officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector of Police with a written request. |
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What must the Medical Officer do when providing additional information? |
Supply the information and keep a record of the replies. |
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PARA-145 |
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A SHELL FOR CONVEYANCE OF CORPSES PROVIDED TO POLICE STATION |
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What is provided to each police station for the conveyance of corpses? |
A shell for corpses. |
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What is provided for carrying wounded persons? |
A covered stretcher. |
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Can the shell for dead bodies be used for carrying wounded persons? |
No, never. |
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How should the covered stretcher be prepared? |
A country charpai with duli poles and a blanket for shade. |
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PARA-146 |
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NO PERSON MAY BE SENT FOR MEDICAL EXAMINATION AGAINST HIS WILL |
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Can a person be sent for medical examination against their will? |
No. |
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What should be done if a woman declines examination by a male Medical Officer? |
She should be sent to the Lady Doctor at the local Dufferin Hospital. |
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Will the Lady Doctor receive a fee for examining the woman? |
No, it is part of her regular duties. |
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What allowance will the Lady Doctor receive for giving evidence in Court? |
Travelling and halting allowance as per Paragraph 741 of the Medical Manual. |
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CHAPTER-XIII |
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ARREST, BAIL AND CUSTODY |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XIII have in total? |
Para 147 to Para 164 |
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PARA-147 |
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POWERS OF ARREST OF A POLICE OFFICER |
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Which section empowers a police officer to arrest a person directly? |
Section 41(2) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (SEC 35 BNSS,2023) |
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Can a police officer get another officer to make an arrest on his behalf? |
Yes, by providing information justifying the arrest. |
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What type of information can justify arrest by another officer? |
Any credible information, including a telegram of involvement in a cognizable offence. |
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Who may issue a written order under Section 55 CRPC/ BNSS for arrest? |
Officer-in-charge of a station or any officer investigating under Chapter XII of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CHAPTER XIII BNSS,2023). |
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Can the officer-in-charge issue a Section 55 CRPC/BNSS order for a person under Section 41(1), (2) CRPC (SEC 35 BNSS,2023)? |
Yes. |
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Is a telegram considered sufficient to justify arrest under Section 41(2) CRPC (SEC 35 BNSS,2023)? |
Yes, if it furnishes credible information. |
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Can any subordinate officer act on a Section 55 CRPC/BNSS written order? |
Yes, a subordinate officer can arrest based on the order. |
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What chapter governs arrests by officers making investigations? |
Chapter XII of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (CHAPTER XIII BNSS,2023) |
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Who can use the powers under Section 41(2) CRPC (SEC 35 BNSS,2023) to cause arrests indirectly? |
Any police officer empowered under Section 41(2) CRPC (SEC 35 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-147A |
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Who must be informed when a member of Lok Sabha/UP Vidhan Sabha is arrested? |
The Speaker of the House concerned. |
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Which authority intimates the Speaker about the arrest? |
Committing Judge, Magistrate, or executive authority. |
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What details must be intimated to the Speaker? |
Reasons for arrest/detention/conviction and place of detention or imprisonment. |
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Should bail or release after conviction be reported to the Speaker? |
Yes, by the authority concerned in the prescribed form. |
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Who forwards details to the Magistrate, Judge, or executive authority when a member is arrested? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station or superior police officer making the arrest. |
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What is done if a member is arrested for a cognizable offence without a court order? |
A special report is sent by the O.C. to the S.P. and D.M., who then informs the Presiding Officer. |
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How should the S.P. communicate the arrest information to the Presiding Officer? |
By telegram immediately and by report through post. |
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When arrest is made under Section 79 Cr.P.C/SEC 81 BNSS, 2023 who forwards information to the Presiding Officer? |
The police officer producing the member before the authority. |
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Must transfer of an arrested member to another place be reported? |
Yes, by the Superintendent of Police to the Presiding Officer and the Magistrate. |
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How should telegrams or radiograms reporting arrest of a member be drafted? |
Succinctly but clearly with all points from the prescribed form. |
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Can a member be arrested within the precincts of the House without permission? |
No, permission of the Speaker/Chairman is required. |
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What must accompany a warrant for arrest within House precincts? |
A concise statement explaining grounds and urgency for the arrest. |
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Does immunity from civil arrest apply to MPs/MLAs? |
Yes, under Articles 105(3) / 194(3) Constitution, 40 days before or after House meetings. |
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Who forwards communications from an arrested/detained member to the Home Department? |
Superintendent of Police, except when in Judicial or Jail custody. |
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Who deals with communications from members in judicial or jail custody? |
Court or jail authorities. |
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PARA-148 |
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POWERS OF POLICE OFFICER TO ARREST ANY OFFENDER IN WHOLE OF INDIA |
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Can a police officer arrest an offender outside his jurisdiction? |
Yes, a police officer may follow and arrest an offender anywhere in British India. |
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Where should the procedure for arrest in Indian States be referred to? |
Chapter XXIV of the Police Regulations. |
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PARA-149 |
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PROCESS FOR ARRESTING A RAILWAY PERSONNEL |
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When should the arrest of a railway servant be deferred? |
When their removal from duty would disorganize the working of the railway. |
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Can a railway servant be arrested immediately if necessary? |
Yes, they may be arrested and allowed to carry on duties under guard if immediate restraint is advisable. |
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PARA-150 |
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POWERS OF ARREST SHOULD NOT BE EXERCISED IN CASE OF A KNOWN PERSON |
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Should police exercise arrest powers under Section 34 of Act V of 1861 for a known person? |
No, the power of arrest should not be exercised if the person’s name and address are known. |
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What should be done instead of arresting a known person? |
The person should be called upon to execute a bond to appear before a Magistrate, if required. |
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PARA-151 |
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PROCESS WHEN AN ACCUSED IS ARRESTED BY A PRIVATE PERSON |
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Who can initially arrest an accused outside police custody? |
A private person can arrest an accused under certain circumstances. |
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What happens when a private person brings an accused to a police station? |
The accused must be re-arrested by the officer-in-charge. |
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Can the police release an accused brought in by a private person? |
Yes, the officer-in-charge can release the accused under Section 43 of the CrPC (SEC 40 BNSS,2023) |
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Under which section of CrPC OR BNSS is the procedure for re-arrest or release defined? |
Section 43 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (SEC 40 BNSS,2023). |
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Is the initial arrest by a private person considered complete without police action? |
No, it must be confirmed by the officer-in-charge at the police station. |
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PARA-152 |
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RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED ON POLICE FOR ARREST OF A PERSON |
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Which sections restrict detention of a person arrested without a warrant? |
Sections 57 and 167 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 58 AND 187 BNSS,2023) |
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How long can a person be detained in police custody without violating the law? |
Only for the period strictly allowed under Sections 57 and 167 CrPC. (SEC 58 AND 187 BNSS,2023) |
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What report must be made after an arrest? |
A report under Section 58 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 59 BNSS,2023) |
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Within what time frame should the Section 58 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973, (SEC 59 BNSS,2023) report be submitted? |
Within 24 hours of the arrest. |
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Can the Section 58 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 59 BNSS,2023) report be included in the charge-sheet? |
Yes, it may be included in the charge-sheet, final report, or submitted separately. |
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PARA-153 |
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PROCESS WHEN ANY PERSON IS ARRESTED IN THE COURSE OF AN INVESTIGATION |
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What must the investigating officer ask a person immediately after arrest? |
Whether they have any complaint of ill-treatment by the police. |
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Where should the question and answer be recorded? |
In the case diary. |
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What should the officer do subject to prisoner’s consent? |
Examine the prisoner’s body for marks of ill-treatment. |
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What must be recorded after the body examination? |
Whether the prisoner has suffered ill-treatment or has marks on the body. |
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What if the prisoner refuses examination? |
Record the refusal and reasons in the case diary. |
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What action is taken if ill-treatment is alleged or marks are found? |
Suspend the investigation and forward the prisoner, complaint, body record, evidence, and implicated officers to the nearest Magistrate. |
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Who must be informed immediately when such action is taken? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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What is done in cases of arrest outside police investigation? |
Question and answer are recorded in the general diary by the Officer-in-charge of the station. |
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PARA-154 |
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THE SEARCH OF AN ARRESTED PERSON |
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Under which section is an arrested person searched? |
Section 51(1) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. Or (SEC 49 BNSS,2023) |
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Who should be present during the search? |
Two witnesses unconnected with the police, if available. |
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What should be done with property taken by police? |
Mark it and enter it in a list. |
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How should searches be conducted? |
With consideration, in privacy, avoiding undue exposure of the person. |
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PARA-155 |
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ARRESTED PERSON SHOULD NOT BE SUBJECTED TO ANY UNNECESSARY HARDSHIP |
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Should an arrested person face unnecessary hardship? |
No, arrested persons should not be subjected to any unnecessary hardship or indignity. |
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Which rules guide handcuffing and fettering of arrested persons? |
Rules for Guards and Escorts, as far as possible. |
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Are visits from friends and legal advisers allowed? |
Yes, subject to precautions to prevent escape or obstruction of justice. |
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How should handcuffs be selected? |
A pair fitting the prisoner’s wrists, with the key in the officer’s breast pocket. |
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Can arrested persons travel in a hired conveyance? |
Yes, if willing to pay for themselves and the escort. |
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What class should prisoners use on railways? |
Ordinarily third class, unless willing to pay for a higher class including the escort. |
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PARA-156 |
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CONDITIONS FOR GRANTING BAIL TO ACCUSED PERSON BY THE STATION OFFICER-IN-CHARGE |
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Who decides whether bail should be allowed to an arrested person? |
The investigating officer or officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Can bail be refused without reason? |
No, bail cannot be refused unless there are reasonable grounds of a non-bailable offence. |
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Can officer-in-charge grant bail for offences punishable with death or transportation for life? |
No, bail cannot be granted for such offences by the station officer. |
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Can an investigating officer not in charge of a station grant bail? |
Only under Section 169 CRPC (SEC 189 BNSS,2023) when there is insufficient evidence to forward the accused to a Magistrate. |
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What should an officer consider before granting bail under Section 437 CRPC (SEC 480 BNSS,2023)? |
Past history of the accused and possibility of absconding. |
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What should happen in cases covered by Sections 436 & 437 CRPC (SEC 478 and 480 BNSS,2023)? |
The accused should be sent to the officer-in-charge with recommendations. |
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PARA-157 |
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PROPER CASE OF UNDERTRIAL PRISONERS CONFINED IN POLICE LOCK-UPS |
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Who is responsible for the care of undertrial prisoners in police lock-ups? |
Officers-in-charge of police stations. |
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What items must be supplied to all station lock-ups? |
Blankets, lotas, and conservancy utensils. |
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Who provides supplies for station lock-ups? |
The Superintendent of Police from the grant provided. |
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How should lock-ups be protected from bad weather? |
Supplied with tatpurdhas or other contrivances for protection from inclemency. |
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PARA-158 |
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MAXIMUM NUMBER OF PERSONS ACCOMMODATED IN LOCK-UP |
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Who determines the maximum number of persons in police lock-up? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Where should the maximum capacity be indicated? |
Marked in a conspicuous place on the exterior of the lock-up. |
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What is the space allocation per person? |
36 square feet of floor and 540 cubic feet of space. |
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Can prisoners exceed the lock-up capacity? |
No, prisoners must not exceed the specified capacity. |
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What should be done if arrested persons exceed capacity? |
Housed in a neighbouring jail, nearby quarters, or sent to the nearest lock-up with room. |
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Who decides where excess prisoners are housed and guarded? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA-159 |
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INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING SCALE OF DAILY DIET FOR HEALTHY PRISONERS |
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Where are instructions regarding the daily diet of healthy prisoners found? |
In the Rules for Guards and Escorts. |
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Does the diet guidance include sick prisoners in transit? |
Yes, it includes sickly prisoners in transit. |
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Does the diet guidance cover undertrial prisoners in camp courts? |
Yes, it covers undertrial prisoners in the Court of a Magistrate in camp. |
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PARA-160 |
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UNDER TRIAL PRISONERS SHOULD NOT BE KEPT AT COURTS SO LATE |
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Should undertrial prisoners be kept at Courts so late that they need jail admission after lock-up time? |
No. |
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Who ensures subordinate Courts follow this direction? |
Magistrates. |
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What happens if undertrial prisoners cannot arrive before lock-up time? |
They should be sent to jail, except under special orders of the Magistrate. |
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Is it necessary to specify all circumstances for such special orders? |
No, it is unnecessary and impracticable. |
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What must be considered before allowing a prisoner to remain in police custody late? |
Whether circumstances make it undesirable in the interests of justice or security. |
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Who exercises discretion on whether a prisoner may remain in custody? |
The concerned Magistrate. |
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Who supervises the Magistrate’s discretion? |
The District Magistrate. |
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What instructions has the Inspector General of Prisons issued regarding late arrivals? |
Jail Superintendents must admit undertrial prisoners after lock-up if a valid warrant is produced. |
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Who signs remand forms for prisoners arriving after lock-up time for the first time? |
A Magistrate designated by the District Magistrate. |
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What role do Superintendents of Police have regarding public prosecutors? |
Ensure they understand these orders and assist in execution. |
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PARA-161 |
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LUNATICS NEVER, CONFINED IN CELLS WITH OTHER PERSONS |
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Can lunatics or suspected lunatics be confined in cells with other persons? |
No. |
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Who is responsible for ensuring lunatics are not confined with others? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Is the officer personally accountable for this? |
Yes. |
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PARA-162 |
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MINOR GIRLS SHOULD NOT BE KEPT IN THE CUSTODY OF POLICE |
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Should minor girls be kept in police custody? |
No, they should generally not be kept in police custody. |
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Who should take care of minor girls if a hospital or dispensary with female accommodation exists? |
They should be handed over to the hospital or dispensary authorities as dieted patients. |
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What is the maximum period a dispensary may keep such girls without special consent? |
15 days. |
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Can the dispensary retain minor girls beyond 15 days? |
Yes, but only with the consent of the district board. |
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PARA-163 |
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SERIOUSLY SICK PERSON TO BE KEPT IN CUSTODY, WHERE HE IS |
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What should be done if an arrested person is seriously sick and cannot be moved? |
He must be kept in custody at the place where he is. |
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Who is responsible for making arrangements to keep a seriously sick arrested person in custody? |
The officer making the arrest. |
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Why should a seriously sick person not be moved? |
Moving may pose serious risk to himself or to others. |
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PARA-164 |
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RULES FOR GUIDANCE OF THE POLICE IN DEALING WITH JUVENILE OFFENDERS |
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Where are the rules for police guidance in dealing with juvenile offenders found? |
In Rules for Guards and Escorts. |
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Should police escort juvenile convicts released from Bareilly Juvenile Jail to their home? |
No, the police ordinarily do not escort them after release. |
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When do police deal with juvenile convicts released from Bareilly Juvenile Jail? |
Only if a history-sheet has been prepared as per paragraph 234. |
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How are juvenile convicts from other jails escorted to their home? |
Police escort them as per paragraph 336 of the Jail Manual (Revised 1941). |
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Chapter-XIV |
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CUSTODY AND DISPOSAL OF PROPERTY |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XIV have in total? |
Para 165 to Para 173 |
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PARA-165 |
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RULES FOR DISPOSAL OF MOVABLE PROPERTY |
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Where should an abstract list of movable property taken by police be recorded? |
In the general diary, with an extract sent to the Magistrate. |
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How should bulky property, other than livestock, be kept pending Magistrate’s orders? |
Leave at the place found in charge of a respectable person responsible for custody. |
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How is livestock handled pending Court orders? |
Ordinarily made over to the pond-keeper or herdsmen; owners may feed them. |
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Can livestock be delivered to a person other than pond-keeper? |
Yes, if safe, upon executing a bond with or without sureties. |
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Who bears the cost of custody, feed, and transport of livestock? |
Realized from sale proceeds, person receiving them, or Superintendent’s contract grant. |
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Who adjusts expenditure if livestock sale proceeds are less than costs? |
Officer-in-charge of station and police Muharrir notify officer conducting sale; deficit from Superintendent’s grant. |
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How are livestock expenses handled if Court orders payment? |
Paid by person receiving animals or by Government from Superintendent’s grant. |
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How should movable property of intestate persons be recorded? |
List in duplicate, with full description, signed by two respectable local witnesses. |
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Which intestate property can be sold on the spot by police? |
Property that decays quickly, is worthless ( |
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How is property sent to headquarters? |
Direct to public prosecutor, numbered, labeled, with full triplicate description. |
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How is unclaimed property entered in malkhana? |
In malkhana register of unclaimed or case property. |
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How are weapons and forfeitable property entered in malkhana? |
In malkhana register of impounded property. |
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How is accused/convict/miscellaneous property entered in malkhana? |
In malkhana register of miscellaneous property. |
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How is intestate property entered in malkhana? |
In malkhana register of intestate property (Lawaris). |
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What does the public prosecutor do on receiving property? |
Endorses receipt on triplicate copy, notes malkhana entry number, returns copy to officer. |
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How are copies of property lists distributed? |
Original kept by malkhana officer, second copy to Court, third copy with police officer. |
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How should valuables (gold, silver, jewellery) be sent? |
In a sealed packet after weighing, noting weight in diary and list. |
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Who acknowledges receipt of property in malkhana? |
Malkhana Muharrir with ≥15 years standing. |
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PARA-166 |
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PROPERTY WORTH MORE THAN RS. 100 SHOULD BE KEPT IN THE CUSTODY OF MALKHANA MOHARRIR |
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Who keeps property worth more than Rs.100 in custody? |
Malkhana Muharrir under the control of the Public Prosecutor. |
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Are there exceptions to keeping property with the Malkhana Muharrir? |
Yes, cash exceeding Rs.100 and important case property are kept by the Public Prosecutor in a separate locked box in the treasury. |
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Until when does the Malkhana Muharrir keep the property? |
Until it has been finally disposed of, unless the Magistrate directs otherwise. |
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PARA-167 |
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DUTY OF MALKHANA MOHARRIR ATTACHED TO COURTS |
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What is the duty of the Malkhana Muharrir attached to Courts? |
To deliver property to police attached to Courts and receive it back. |
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What responsibility does the Malkhana Muharrir have regarding the property? |
To ensure that the property is received back intact. |
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PARA-168 |
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RESPONSIBILITY OF PUBLIC PROSECUTOR |
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Who is responsible for ensuring Court orders regarding disposal of property are carried out? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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What does the Public Prosecutor do after confirming property disposal? |
Gives a certificate in the malkhana register. |
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What should the Public Prosecutor check if property is returned to a thana? |
Examine the station officer’s report attesting recipients’ signature. |
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What should the Public Prosecutor check if property is made over to a party in Court? |
See the Magistrate’s certificate on the list of property. |
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What should the Public Prosecutor check if property is sent to the treasury for deposit? |
See the treasury officer’s receipt before sending the list to the Court. |
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What should the Public Prosecutor check if property is destroyed in the Magistrate’s presence? |
See the Magistrate’s signature certifying the destruction. |
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PARA-168A |
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RULES TO DESTROY ILLICIT FIREARMS AND WEAPONS AFTER THE DECISION OF THE COURT |
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When should illicit firearms and weapons be destroyed? |
After the decision of the Court. |
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Who must be present during the destruction of illicit firearms and weapons? |
Members of a committee. |
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Who is the first member of the committee? |
An Executive Magistrate nominated by the District Magistrate. |
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Who is the second member of the committee? |
A Police Officer not below the rank of Dy. Superintendent of Police, nominated by the Superintendent of Police. |
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Who is the third member of the committee? |
A respectable person who is not a Government Servant, nominated by the District Magistrate. |
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PARA-169 |
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DUTY OF PUBLIC PROSECUTOR TO INFORM THE COURT ABOUT UNCLAIMED PROPERTY LYING IN MALKHANA FOR MORE THAN 6 MONTH |
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Who must inform the Court about unclaimed property in Malkhana? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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What property should the Public Prosecutor report? |
All unclaimed property lying in the Malkhana for more than six months. |
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What other situations must the Public Prosecutor report? |
Cases where perishable property is deteriorating due to delayed orders. |
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What else must the Public Prosecutor report? |
Cases where apparently avoidable delay is taking place. |
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PARA-170 |
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Monthly inspection of Malkhana by Public Prosecutor |
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How often should the Public Prosecutor inspect the Malkhana? |
Monthly. |
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Who should inspect the Malkhana quarterly? |
A gazetted officer. |
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What should the gazetted officer do during inspection? |
Check and sign the registers maintained for the Malkhana. |
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PARA-171 |
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Police Officer attached to the Court of a Magistrate will observe the rules laid down for the guidance of the Public Prosecutor |
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Which rules should a police officer attached to a Magistrate’s Court follow? |
Rules laid down for the guidance of the Public Prosecutor, as far as applicable. |
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What register must the officer maintain? |
The register of arms, ammunition, and military stores prescribed in paragraph 36. |
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Who checks the register periodically? |
Circle inspectors and gazetted officers on tour. |
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Where can the register be sent for checking? |
To headquarters to be checked by the Public Prosecutor. |
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Where can further orders regarding custody and disposal of property be found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA-172 |
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Personal property of persons dying intestate must not be treated as unclaimed property in the Province of Agra |
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How should personal property of persons dying intestate in the Province of Agra be treated? |
It must not be treated as unclaimed property but dealt with under the Manual of Government Orders. |
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Up to which stage is the procedure same as unclaimed property? |
Up to the stage when the Public Prosecutor receives, registers the property, and reports to the District Magistrate. |
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What must the Public Prosecutor do after reporting to the District Magistrate in Agra? |
Forward a copy of his report and the District Magistrate’s order through the District Magistrate to the District Judge for orders. |
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Who bears the expenses for maintaining intestate property and conveying it to the District Judge’s Court? |
All expenses are recoverable from the Court. |
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PARA-173 |
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Process after deposition of any arms, ammunition in Police Station |
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What should the officer-in-charge do when arms, ammunition, or military stores are deposited at a police station? |
Affix a ticket to each item showing depositor’s name, date, and description. |
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What should be given to the depositor? |
A duplicate of the ticket signed by the officer as a receipt. |
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What should the depositor be informed about Government responsibility? |
Government is responsible only for safe custody, not for preservation from rust or decay. |
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What happens if the owner does not obtain a licence within 14 days? |
The items shall be forwarded to district headquarters for custody. |
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Where are the items kept at district headquarters? |
Either in the District Magistrate’s malkhana or Superintendent’s malkhana at the District Magistrate’s discretion. |
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Who is responsible for custody in the District Magistrate’s malkhana? |
The Nazir. |
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Who is responsible for custody in the Superintendent’s malkhana? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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Where are further instructions regarding custody of arms found? |
In the Arms Rules, 1962. |
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Chapter-XV |
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SPECIAL CRIMES |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XV have in total? |
Para 174 to Para 185 |
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PARA-174 |
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The information of Robbery or Dacoity be sent to other neighbouring police stations immediately |
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When should information of a dacoity or gang robbery be sent to neighbouring police stations? |
As soon as possible after the occurrence. |
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What method should be used to send the information? |
By the speediest method available. |
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Where should police be dispatched after a dacoity or gang robbery? |
To watch ferries, canal and railway bridges, railway stations, sarais, and other likely places in the offenders’ direction. |
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What should be done with suspected persons? |
They should be stopped, brought to police stations, and arrested if necessary. |
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Who sends information to neighbouring districts when a dacoity occurs? |
The Superintendent of the district where it occurs. |
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What should descriptive rolls of offenders be used for? |
Sent to neighbouring stations by the investigating officer, and to other stations and district headquarters by the Superintendent. |
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What action should the Superintendent take on receiving information of a dacoity in another district? |
Order local police to be alert and send instructions to stations where special precautions are necessary. |
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Why is it important to spread news widely during gang dacoities? |
Because the gang may be wandering and wide dissemination helps in apprehension. |
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Where are the rules for similar actions in Indian States mentioned? |
In Chapter XXIV. |
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PARA-175 |
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Guidelines in a case of professional poisoning |
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How should action be taken in a case of professional poisoning? |
On the lines of general robbery/dacoity procedure, but on a smaller scale. |
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Who decides where information should be sent and places to watch? |
The Superintendent and the officer-in-charge of the station. |
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What must be carefully recorded in such cases? |
The descriptive roll and full particulars of the offender’s appearance. |
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Why is it easier to get details of a poisoner’s appearance? |
Because a poisoner usually spends some time with the victim. |
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How can corroborative evidence be secured before arrest? |
By taking the complainant to places he was with the poisoner and confronting him with witnesses like sarai-keepers or grain sellers. |
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Should the complainant be kept with police awaiting the poisoner? |
No, the complainant should not be compelled to remain with police. |
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PARA-176 |
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Duties of S.O. after a report of disappearance of any boy under 14 years of age or girl under 16 years of age |
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When should the officer-in-charge of a station act regarding a missing minor? |
When a boy under 14 or a girl under 16 is reported missing and circumstances suggest kidnapping. |
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Who should be informed about the disappearance of the minor? |
Neighbouring police stations. |
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What should the officer-in-charge forward to the Superintendent? |
A descriptive roll of the minor, information about probable direction, and descriptive roll of suspected person. |
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What is the Superintendent’s role? |
To take action considered best for recovery of the minor. |
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What role should village policemen play? |
Report disappearance of any minor or arrival of unknown minors. |
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PARA-177 |
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Duties in case of direct cattle poisoning |
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What should be monitored in case of direct cattle poisoning? |
Mortality among cattle, especially sudden deaths. |
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Who should report unusually high death-rate of cattle? |
Village policemen. |
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What should be traced when high mortality occurs not due to disease? |
Movements of contractors purchasing cattle skins. |
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What should Zamindars be urged to do? |
Destroy skins of all cattle dying under suspicious circumstances. |
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What samples should be sent for chemical analysis? |
Portions of kidney, liver, stomach, and stomach contents steeped in salt and water. |
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Who gives orders for chemical analysis? |
Magistrate at headquarters. |
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What information should be included for the Chemical Examiner? |
Species of animal, owner, last food, onset of symptoms, pain, purging, discharge, convulsions, unconsciousness, suspected route of poisoning, foreign matter, and death. |
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To whom should this information be furnished before analysis? |
District Magistrate. |
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PARA-178 |
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The poison used to destroy cattle be sent for chemical examination to the F.S.L |
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What are the common poisons used to destroy cattle? |
Arsenic and Aconite. |
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How is Arsenic commonly administered to cattle? |
Mixed in flour dough and wrapped in grass or gram plant stems. |
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How is snake poison sometimes administered? |
Impregnated on a rag inserted in the anus of the animal. |
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What is the appearance of snake poison on a rag? |
Greasy substance of dairy white color, like putty. |
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How is poisoning done using spikes? |
Spike made of dhatura, opium, gunchi seeds, onion paste, dried and hardened in sun, pricked into animal. |
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What are initial symptoms after spike poisoning? |
Swelling at puncture site, abstinence from food, disinclination to sit. |
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When does the poisoned animal typically collapse? |
Three to four days after swelling appears. |
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How should the swelling be examined? |
Carefully, to discover the small puncture, often hard to see. |
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Can spike poisoning affect humans? |
Yes, cases have been recorded of human poisoning by this method. |
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PARA-179 |
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Report strays of cattle shall be at once recorded as thefts and investigated |
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How should reported strays of cattle in certain districts be treated? |
They shall be recorded as thefts and investigated immediately. |
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Which districts require strays to be recorded as thefts? |
Saharanpur, Meerut, Muzaffarnagar, Bulandshahr, Aligarh, Agra, Farrukhabad, Moradabad, Budaun, Shahjahanpur. |
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Should strays outside these districts always be investigated as thefts? |
No, only if the owner doubts theft or special circumstances suggest theft, recorded by officer-in-charge. |
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PARA-180 |
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Investigations shall be made in every case of cattle theft |
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Should investigations be conducted for cattle theft? |
Yes, in every case of cattle theft. |
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Does the value of stolen cattle affect whether an investigation is made? |
No, investigations are made regardless of the value. |
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Is the owner’s wish required to initiate an investigation? |
No, investigation proceeds even if the owner does not wish it. |
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PARA 181 |
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Directions to S.O.’s for thefts of cattle |
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What reports must station officers send after cattle theft? |
Early reports with descriptive rolls of stolen cattle to neighbouring stations. |
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Who should be informed of reported strays? |
Pound keepers within station limits and notices posted on station notice boards. |
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How should cattle in pounds be checked? |
Carefully compared with descriptive rolls of stolen cattle. |
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What should constables do regarding reported strays? |
Maintain lists from their beats and verify recovery with villagers and chaukidars. |
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What should village guard be informed of at the station? |
Reports of cattle theft or strays should be read and explained to them. |
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How should S.O.’s monitor habitual routes and sympathizers of cattle thieves? |
Keep lists of thungdars and villages in the village crime note-books for reference. |
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How are rewards to be given? |
For arrest of thieves, recovery of cattle, and good information on thieves and routes. |
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Where should cattle theft offences under IPC Sections 411, 412, 414 (or SEC 317 OF BNS,2023) be registered? |
In the district and station where the theft occurred, registered as theft. |
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How should cross-border police coordinate on cattle theft? |
S.O.’s and circle inspectors bordering Punjab should meet monthly and report actions to Superintendents. |
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What information should Superintendents of Police share with Punjab districts? |
Information on tribes registered under the Criminal Tribes Act, reciprocally. |
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PARA-182 |
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Cooperation between police stations for the suppression of cattle theft |
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Who ensures coordination between police stations to tackle cattle theft? |
Circle inspectors ensure coordination between stations. |
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How do circle inspectors trace connections between cattle thieves? |
By comparing notes and inspecting station history-sheets. |
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What should a history-sheet of a cattle thief indicate? |
Connections with cattle thieves of other stations, if traceable. |
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What is the role of circle inspectors in suppressing cattle theft? |
They must promote cooperation between stations to prevent theft. |
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Who reports all cattle strays to the police? |
Village police are responsible for reporting cattle strays. |
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PARA 183. [Omitted] |
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PARA-184 |
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One literate police constable should be sent to attend important cattle fairs |
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How many constables should be sent to important cattle fairs? |
One constable from each neighbouring police station. |
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What type of constable should ideally be sent? |
A literate constable, if possible. |
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What is the primary purpose of sending a constable to cattle fairs? |
To scrutinize sales of cattle and detect stolen animals. |
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What additional role does the constable perform at fairs? |
Making inquiries about the character and honesty of cattle dealers and buyers. |
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What should the constable carry from his station? |
A list of all animals stolen in the past six months. |
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What should the constable compare at the fair? |
Compare stolen cattle lists with animals being sold. |
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Why should the constable compare the lists with animals at the fair? |
To detect the sale of stolen animals. |
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PARA-185 |
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Duty of S.O. to check the registers of owners of private cattle markets |
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Who is responsible for checking registers of private cattle markets? |
The Station Officer (S.O.) of the jurisdiction. |
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How often should the registers be checked? |
Periodically. |
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Who can check the registers on behalf of the S.O.? |
Any subordinate officer not below the rank of Head Constable. |
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Can other officers check the registers? |
Yes, officers not below Head Constable authorized by the Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the duty of the registering clerk? |
To allow free inspection of his registers by authorized police officers. |
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Which rules govern the appointment of registering clerks? |
Rules II (1), (2), (4), and (5) of paragraph 183. |
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Why may police consult these registers? |
For the prevention of crime. |
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Chapter-XVI |
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CRIMINAL TRIBES, FOREIGNERS AND VAGRANTS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XVI have in total? |
Para 186 to Para 189 |
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PARA-186 |
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Rules regarding the registration and surveillance of resident and wandering criminal tribes |
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Where are the rules for registration and surveillance of criminal tribes found? |
In the Criminal Tribes Manual. |
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Which types of criminal tribes are covered? |
Both resident and wandering criminal tribes. |
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What is the purpose of these rules? |
Registration and surveillance of criminal tribes. |
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Are the rules for wandering tribes different from resident tribes? |
See the Criminal Tribes Manual for details. |
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PARA-187 |
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Instructions for dealing with suspicious foreigners |
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Where are instructions for dealing with suspicious foreigners found? |
In the Manual of Government Orders. |
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How should gangs of foreign Asiatic vagrants be handled? |
They should not be passed on to other districts or Indian States. |
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Who must authorize the deportation of suspicious foreigners? |
The District Magistrate. |
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Can police transfer such vagrants freely? |
No, orders from the District Magistrate are required. |
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PARA-188 |
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Orders relating to European vagrants |
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Where are orders relating to European vagrants found? |
In the Manual of Government Orders. |
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Which other manual contains instructions on European vagrants? |
Criminal Investigation Department Manual, Part I, Chapter VI. |
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PARA-189 |
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Deputation of a police officer for a foreigner who gets order of removal from India |
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When is a police officer deputed for a foreigner? |
When a foreigner is directed under Section 3 of the Foreigners Act, 1964 to remove himself from British India. |
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How should the police officer travel with the foreigner? |
In the same train as the foreigner. |
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What must the police officer ensure? |
That the terms of the removal order are strictly obeyed. |
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What must the officer carry? |
A copy of the removal order. |
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What action is taken if the foreigner disobeys the order? |
Arrest under Section 4 of the Act and take him to the nearest local authority. |
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Can the foreigner avoid arrest? |
Yes, if he satisfies the officer that he will comply immediately and proceed to his destination. |
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Where is the power of district authorities to arrest foreigners mentioned? |
Section 3(a) of the Foreigners Act, 1964. |
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Is the police officer responsible for enforcement? |
Yes, to ensure compliance during transit. |
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Chapter-XVII |
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PATROLS AND PICKETS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XVII have in total? |
Para 190 to Para 195 |
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PARA-190 |
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Rules for the patrolling of roads |
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Who is ordinarily employed for road patrolling? |
Civil Police. |
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When may armed or mounted police be used? |
In special circumstances. |
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Can village chaukidars be used for road patrols? |
No. |
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What must the officer-in-charge do for daily patrol identification? |
Choose a word daily, record it in the general diary, and give a signed slip to the patrol. |
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Where is the patrol slip recorded? |
Attached to the copy of the general diary sent to headquarters. |
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When should patrols be sent out? |
At varying times or occasions when most useful, e.g., accompanying valuable carts. |
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What are the duties of road patrols? |
Maintain order along the road and ensure the security of travellers. |
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Do patrols consider police station or district boundaries? |
No, patrols cover roads between stations regardless of boundaries. |
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What weapons may constables on night duty carry? |
Spears or muskets. |
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PARA-191 |
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Duties of Patrols |
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What should patrols prevent and report on roads? |
Cases of injury to roadside trees and encroachments. |
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What should patrols do if there is a telegraph line along the road? |
Look out for and report any damage to poles and wires. |
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Who should the damage to telegraph lines be reported to? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Where should the officer-in-charge send information of telegraph damage? |
To the nearest telegraph office immediately. |
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PARA-192 |
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Information of thefts of copper telegraph wire |
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Who should accompany a linesman repairing stolen copper wire? |
A police officer, if possible. |
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Which police officers should comply with the request to accompany a linesman? |
District or railway police officers. |
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What should a police officer do if the theft occurs outside his jurisdiction? |
Take steps to detain the thief and inform the officer-in-charge of the station concerned. |
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What is the purpose of police accompanying the linesman? |
To ensure prompt action against theft of copper telegraph wire. |
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Which department is involved in coordinating information of wire theft? |
The Telegraph Department. |
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PARA-193 |
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Cooperation of district and railway police for suppression and detention of thefts of copper telegraph wire |
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Who should cooperate in suppression of copper telegraph wire thefts? |
All district and railway police officers and the Telegraph Department. |
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Should the officer-in-charge wait for linesman’s report before acting? |
No, they should go to the spot immediately if informed otherwise. |
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What special measures should be taken after a wire theft? |
Watch the telegraph line for some days to catch the culprits in the act. |
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How should information about wire theft be shared? |
Send it to neighbouring police stations through which the telegraph line runs. |
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PARA-194 |
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Six-beat system of Patrolling in towns |
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What system should be used for patrolling in towns? |
The six-beat system. |
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How many nights’ rest should every man get in six days? |
Two nights’ rest. |
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How many men should be on duty in a beat by day? |
One man. |
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How many men should be on duty in a beat at night? |
Two men (from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m.). |
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What is the maximum duration of night work at a time for a man? |
Four hours. |
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Can the distribution of beat duty be varied? |
Yes, it may be varied to suit local requirements. |
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PARA-195 |
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Pickets in town and rural areas |
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Where may pickets be posted? |
In town and rural areas. |
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What is the purpose of pickets? |
To watch houses of registered bad characters and intercept criminals. |
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How many men ordinarily form a picket? |
Two men. |
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When should the number of picket men be increased? |
If dangerous criminals are likely to be met. |
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How should pickets take up positions? |
Without attracting attention, well concealed, and silent. |
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How do picket members rotate duty? |
Each member watches in turn while companions sleep. |
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Should pickets follow a bad character leaving his house at night? |
No, they should wait for his return. |
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When should picketing be used? |
To control temporarily active bad characters and in areas of dacoity or burglary. |
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Chapter-XVIII |
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SPECIAL GUARDS AND ADDITIONAL POLICE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XVIII have in total? |
Para 196 to Para 214 |
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PARA-196 |
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General instructions concerning guards and escorts |
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Where are general instructions concerning guards and escorts found? |
‘Rules for Guards and Escorts’, 1928. |
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PARA-197 |
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Patrolling party from reserve lines |
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How often should a patrolling party from reserve lines visit all police guards at headquarters? |
Every night. |
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Can the Superintendent change the frequency of visits for distant guards? |
Yes, with the Deputy Inspector General’s sanction, visits can be frequent or occasional instead of nightly. |
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What else should the patrolling party inspect on their route? |
All public buildings on or near their route to ensure they are secure. |
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PARA-198 |
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Requests for supply of guards from other departments |
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Can guards be supplied to other government departments? |
Yes, without unduly weakening the reserve. |
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Who determines the strength of the guard? |
The Superintendent, guided by departmental rules or his discretion if no rules exist. |
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What must the Superintendent ascertain regarding charges? |
Whether the guard shall be charged or not, consulting the Inspector General if in doubt. |
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Are charges made for guards supplied to Local Government departments? |
No, except for commercial departments such as the Irrigation Department. |
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Which expenses does the Government of India accept liability for? |
(i) Travelling and incidental expenses for police escorts for treasure remittances in Uttar Pradesh; (ii) Pay, supervision charges, and pension contributions for guards at Kanpur Currency Office, Opium, and Survey Departments. |
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Are guards supplied to Central Government departments charged? |
Yes, unless specific instructions indicate otherwise, e.g., Postal Department guards are charged as per Clause (b)(ii). |
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PARA-199 |
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Supply of police for private entertainments |
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Can police be supplied for private entertainments? |
Yes, police may be supplied for private entertainments. |
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Who bears the cost for police at private entertainments? |
The private party must pay for police at the rates given in paragraph 158, Office Manual. |
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PARA-200 |
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Rule for charges for special police protections in fairs or melas |
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Are district and municipal boards liable to pay for special police protection at fairs or melas? |
As a rule, no, if the fairs or melas are established public functions. |
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How are police supplied for district exhibitions? |
Under Section 13 of the Police Act. |
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How are recoveries for police at exhibitions made? |
Recoveries are made from exhibition authorities under Section 13 of the Police Act. |
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Where can detailed rules about these charges be found? |
In Chapter XIV of the Office Manual. |
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PARA-201 |
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Charge taken for police for private melas or fairs |
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Who organizes the melas or fairs under para 201? |
Private associations or individuals |
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Who is liable to pay for police supplied at private melas? |
The organizers |
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Police supplied at private fairs are provided on what basis? |
Chargeable basis |
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Are private associations exempted from paying police charges? |
No |
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The cost of police at private melas is recovered from whom? |
Private organizers |
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Rates for police supplied at private fairs are laid down where? |
In the Office Manual |
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PARA-202 |
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Rules regarding the supply of police protection in railways |
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Rules for police protection to railways are detailed in which manual? |
Office Manual |
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Police protection rules for railways are given in which paragraph of the Office Manual? |
Paragraph 157 |
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Recoveries for police protection supplied to railways are mentioned where? |
Paragraph 157, Office Manual |
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Police escorts may be supplied on requisition of an agent of which bank? |
State Bank of India |
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Police escorts for remittances are supplied on whose requisition? |
Agent of the bank |
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Escorts are not treated as private remittance escorts when certified by whom? |
Treasury Officer |
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What must the treasury officer certify to exempt certain remittances? |
That the remittance is on Government account |
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Police escorts supplied for remittances are governed under which section? |
Section 13 of Police Act. |
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PARA-203 |
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No orderly may be employed without the special sanction of the D.I.G |
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Under para 203, no orderly may be employed without whose sanction? |
Deputy Inspector General (D.I.G.) |
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Who cannot employ or furnish an orderly without special sanction? |
Superintendent of Police |
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Exceptions to the rule regarding employment of orderly are provided in which paragraphs? |
Paragraphs 72 and 79 |
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Except for paragraphs 72 and 79, whose sanction is compulsory for employing an orderly? |
D.I.G. |
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Superintendent of Police must obtain approval from whom before furnishing an orderly? |
Deputy Inspector General |
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A separate staff of orderly peons is maintained for whose use? |
Gazetted police officers |
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Orderly peons are also maintained for use of whom besides gazetted officers? |
Reserve Inspectors |
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Orderly peons are maintained for service in whose offices? |
Offices of Superintendents of Police |
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The staff of orderly peons is meant for which category of officers? |
Gazetted police officers |
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The sanctioned scale of orderly peons must be what? |
Not exceeded |
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PARA-204 |
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Guard provided for the Commissioner of a division |
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A guard is provided for whom when on tour? |
Commissioner of a division |
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A touring guard is also provided for which senior police officer? |
Inspector General of Police |
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Which other senior police officer receives a touring guard? |
Deputy Inspector-General of Police |
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The guard provided to touring officers consists of how many head constables? |
One |
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The guard provided includes how many constables? |
Three |
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A similar guard may be provided to whom during inspection tours? |
Hon’ble Judge of the High Court |
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Members of which body may also receive such guards during tours? |
Board of Revenue |
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Judicial Members of the Board of Revenue are included or excluded from this provision? |
Excluded |
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A similar guard is provided at places other than which two cities? |
Allahabad and Lucknow |
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The guard provided under para 204 is primarily for what purpose? |
Security during tours |
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The strength of the guard provided under para 204 is fixed at what scale? |
One head constable and three constables |
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Which police authority may sanction relief from range reserve for guard duty? |
Deputy Inspector-General of Police |
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PARA-205 |
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Armed police guard for Magistrates |
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Every Joint Magistrate on tour is provided with how many civil police constables? |
One |
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The civil police constable deputed to a Magistrate’s camp is drawn from where? |
Reserve lines |
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The purpose of deputing a constable to a Magistrate’s camp is to preserve what? |
Order |
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Assistant Magistrates on tour are entitled to what facility? |
One civil police constable |
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Deputy Magistrates in charge of sub-divisions receive what during tours? |
One civil police constable |
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District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police are allowed what type of guard for their houses? |
Armed police guard |
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The armed police guard allowed for houses consists of how many head constables? |
One |
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The armed police guard allowed for houses consists of how many constables? |
Three |
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Joint Magistrates in charge of which subdivision of Banda are allowed armed guards? |
Karwi |
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Joint Magistrates in charge of which subdivision of Jhansi are allowed armed guards? |
Lalitpur |
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PARA-206 |
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For additional police, S.P. should consult the D.M |
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Before supplying additional police under Section 13, whom should the S.P. consult if time permits? |
District Magistrate |
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Additional police are supplied under which section of law? |
Section 13 of Police Act, V of 1861 |
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The Superintendent should consult which authority before providing additional police? |
District Magistrate |
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Consultation with the District Magistrate is required when what condition exists? |
If there is time for reference |
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Consultation with D.M. is not required in which case? |
Small guard for very short period |
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A small guard for a very short period may be supplied without consulting whom? |
District Magistrate |
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The guard supplied must be sufficient to perform duties in what manner? |
Efficiently |
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Guard strength should avoid causing what to the men? |
Undue hardship |
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A guard for day and night duty should never consist of less than how many men? |
Four men |
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Minimum strength of a guard for day and night work is how many? |
Four |
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Who must sanction issuance of firearms to guards supplied to private persons? |
Deputy Inspector General of the range |
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Firearms may be issued to private guards only with whose sanction? |
Deputy Inspector General |
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PARA-207 |
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Proposal for additional police force by the D.M |
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Who proposes imposition of additional police under Section 15 of Police Act? |
District Magistrate |
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Additional police may be imposed when an area is found in what condition? |
Disturbed or dangerous state |
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The District Magistrate must incorporate whose written views in the proposal? |
Superintendent of Police |
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Proposals for additional police are submitted to whom? |
Government |
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The proposal is forwarded through which two authorities simultaneously? |
Commissioner of the Division and Inspector General of Police |
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Demi-official correspondence may be used at which stage? |
Initial stages |
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Proposal should not be postponed for want of what information? |
Detailed information of inhabitants |
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Preliminary proposal must specify what first? |
Reasons for imposition |
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Preliminary proposal must mention the proposed what of police? |
Strength and class |
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The proposal must specify the period for which what is imposed? |
Additional police |
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Preliminary proposals must include what estimate? |
Approximate cost |
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The proposal must indicate which inhabitants will meet what? |
Cost of additional police |
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Preliminary proposal must specify which geographical factor? |
Area of imposition |
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Who should consider whether the levy will press too hard on inhabitants? |
Commissioner of the Division |
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Cost of additional police cannot be recovered for which period? |
Period prior to proclamation |
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Before proclamation, the cost of additional police is borne by whom? |
Government |
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Demi-official proposals should be submitted when necessity becomes what? |
Apparent |
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Area proposed should include all regions from which what may be recovered? |
Cost |
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Government issues a proclamation under which section if satisfied? |
Section 15(1) |
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Formal proposals must be submitted through whom? |
Commissioner and Inspector General of Police |
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Formal proposals should contain full report on what? |
All specified matters |
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Formal proposal must also recommend which inhabitants may be what? |
Exempted |
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A proforma statement of cost should be submitted in how many copies? |
Quadruplicate |
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If cost statement delays submission, what should be done? |
Proposal submitted first |
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Extension of additional police period requires whose report? |
District Magistrate |
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Report for extension must reach Government at least how long before expiry? |
One month |
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Additional police cannot be retained beyond sanctioned term without whose approval? |
Government |
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PARA-208 |
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Command certificates given to the forces sent on duty to other districts |
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Section 208 deals with forces sent on duty to where? |
Other districts |
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Forces sent to other districts must be given what? |
Command certificates |
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Who should be given command certificates when sent outside district? |
All forces |
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When no specific place is mentioned in requisition, forces should report where? |
Police lines |
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If requisition does not specify a reporting place, the force must report to what location? |
Police lines |
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Forces sent to other districts must carry which document? |
Command certificate |
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Good men should be selected when force is sent for what type of duty? |
Special duty |
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Selection of personnel for special duty outside district should be what type? |
Good men |
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When a force is despatched on special duty, what must be ensured? |
Selection of efficient men |
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Last pay certificates must be prepared in which cases? |
All cases of transfer |
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Charge certificates are prepared along with what document? |
Last pay certificate |
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Last pay and charge certificates are forwarded in which form? |
Form No. 232 |
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PARA-209 |
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Charges for undertrial prisoners sent to other districts under police escort |
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Charges mentioned in para 209 relate to prisoners sent where? |
Other districts |
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Undertrial prisoners sent to other districts are escorted by whom? |
Police escort |
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Which two main expenses are covered under this rule? |
Railway fare and diet |
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Charges for railway fare and diet of escorted prisoners should be paid from what? |
Permanent advance |
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Expenses paid from permanent advance are later recovered from which grant? |
Transport of dead bodies, wounded and accused persons |
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PARA-210 |
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Rules regarding the cost and charges of escort over convicted persons |
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Section 210 deals with cost and charges of escort over which category of prisoners? |
Convicted prisoners |
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Escort of convicted prisoners is required when their presence is needed by whom? |
Courts |
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Rules regarding escort cost of convicted prisoners are given in which document? |
Manual of Government Orders |
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Escort expenses are incurred when convicted prisoners are required for what purpose? |
Court appearance |
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Any amount paid by a Court for conveying a prisoner should be credited to whom? |
Government |
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Court payments for conveying prisoners are credited under which head? |
Receipts under Prisoners Testimony Act |
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PARA-211 |
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Assistance by local and railway police, to police guards escorting prisoners under deportation from Indian States |
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Section 211 relates to assistance provided to whom? |
Police guards escorting prisoners |
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The prisoners mentioned in Section 211 are under what process? |
Deportation |
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Prisoners under deportation belong to which areas? |
Indian States |
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Police guards escorting deported prisoners should be assisted by whom? |
Local Police |
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Which other police force should assist escorting guards? |
Railway Police |
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PARA-212 |
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Conditions to travel in a goods train or travel in the break-van |
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On which railway are special concessions allowed to stop a goods train for prisoner escort travel? |
On the East Indian Railway. |
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How many police officers are authorized to travel in the brake-van with a prisoner? |
Not more than two police officers. |
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With how many prisoners can this concession be used? |
With one prisoner. |
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When can a goods train be stopped out of course for escort travel? |
When authorized conditions exist requiring urgent transport. |
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Can the concession be used if there is danger of an attempt to release the prisoner? |
Yes. |
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Can the concession be used if the prisoner needs immediate medical attention not available on the spot? |
Yes. |
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Can the concession be used if the prisoner cannot be confined in a lock-up before dark while waiting for a passenger train? |
Yes. |
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Where do the escorting party travel when using this concession? |
In the brake-van of the goods train. |
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Who must ensure that these concessions are not misused? |
The Superintendent of Police must ensure this. |
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What instruction must SPs give to officers regarding these concessions? |
They must impress that the concessions must not be abused. |
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PARA-213 |
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Concessions obtainable when escorting treasure by rail |
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Escorts carrying treasure by rail should make use of what? |
Available concessions |
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Concessions for treasure escort are mentioned in which document? |
Coaching tariffs of railways |
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The concessions for treasure escort are provided by whom? |
Railways |
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The concession generally takes the form of what benefit? |
Free travel |
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Free travel concessions are provided for whom? |
Escort personnel |
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The number of escort personnel allowed free travel depends on what? |
Weight of treasure consignment |
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Concessions for escorting treasure apply during transport by which mode? |
Rail |
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The coaching tariff specifies concessions related to what activity? |
Escorting treasure |
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Escort concessions must be utilized whenever what is transported? |
Treasure by rail |
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Free travel concessions may apply to how many escort men? |
One or more men |
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PARA-214 |
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Responsibilities of Jail authorities for guarding prisoners |
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Who is primarily responsible for guarding prisoners sent to hospitals outside jails? |
Jail authorities. |
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Are jail authorities responsible for guarding convicts sent to hospitals outside jails? |
Yes. |
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When can a police guard be deputed for guarding prisoners at hospitals? |
Only in emergency situations. |
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What emergency condition justifies deputing a police guard? |
When prisoners sent to a civil hospital reduce jail staff strength by more than 25%. |
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Can police guards be deputed routinely for hospital guarding duties? |
No, only in emergencies. |
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What must be done when police guards are deputed due to such emergencies? |
The circumstances must be reported immediately. |
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To whom must the emergency circumstances be reported? |
To the Range Deputy Inspector General. |
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Chapter-XIX |
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ABSCONDED OFFENDERS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XIX have in total? |
Para 215 to Para 222 |
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Para-215 |
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Action against proclaimed offender |
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Who can initiate action against a proclaimed offender? |
Officer-in-charge of a police station or investigating officer under Chapter XII CrPC. (CHAPTER XIII BNSS,2023) |
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When can action be initiated under this rule? |
When a person empowered to be arrested has absconded or is concealing himself. |
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Under which section can the police arrest such a person? |
Section 41(1) of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973. (SEC 35 BNSS, 2023) |
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What is the first step to be taken against an absconding accused? |
Apply for a warrant of arrest. |
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What is the second step after a warrant of arrest? |
Apply for proclamation under Section 82 CrPC. (SEC 84 BNSS, 2023) |
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What is the third step after proclamation? |
Apply for attachment under Section 83/84 CrPC. (SEC 85/87 BNSS, 2023) |
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Should these applications wait for completion of investigation? |
No, they need not be delayed. |
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Can warrant, proclamation, and attachment be issued on the same day? |
Yes, in proper order. |
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To which Court should the officer apply for these orders? |
Court having jurisdiction. |
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What must the officer produce when applying for proclamation? |
Legal evidence of absconding. |
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Can the Court rely on mere reports without personal knowledge? |
No. |
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What must the officer ensure after an attachment order is issued? |
That it is efficiently executed. |
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PARA-216 |
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Absconded offer |
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Who is considered an absconded offender under this rule? |
A person against whom a proclamation under Section 82 CrPC has been issued. |
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Absconded offender status arises after issuance of what? |
Court proclamation. |
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Under which section is proclamation issued for absconding persons? |
Section 82 CrPC. (SEC 84 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-217 |
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Types of absconded offenders |
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Into how many classes are absconded offenders divided? |
Two classes – A and B. |
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What are the two classes of absconded offenders? |
Class A and Class B. |
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Which class includes absconders whose identity is fully verified? |
Class A. |
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What details must be verified for Class A offenders? |
Name, caste, residence, and antecedents. |
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What is the certainty level required for Class A classification? |
Verified beyond all possibility of doubt. |
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Which class includes offenders whose identity details are not fully known? |
Class B. |
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What information is not ascertained for Class B offenders? |
Real name, residence, and antecedents. |
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PARA-218 |
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Register at every police station for absconded offenders |
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What must be maintained at every police station for absconders? |
A register in Form No. 214. |
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Whose names are entered in the absconders’ register? |
All absconded offenders in cognizable and non-cognizable cases. |
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Are both Class A and Class B absconders entered in the register? |
Yes, separately shown. |
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Where must a Class A absconder be registered besides the offence station? |
At stations where his close relatives live. |
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Which relatives’ residence requires registration of a Class A absconder? |
Wife, parents, children, brother or sister. |
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Where must a Class A absconder be registered regarding his own residence? |
At the station where he was living. |
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Where must a Class A absconder be registered regarding the offence? |
At the station where the offence was committed. |
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Who must inform other districts about registration of a Class A absconder? |
Superintendent of the district where offence was committed. |
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What is the duty of receiving Superintendents upon such information? |
To register the absconder in their districts. |
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Where are Class B absconders required to be registered? |
Only at the station where the offence was committed. |
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Which column of the register must be kept up-to-date? |
Column 17. |
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Who must inform the Superintendent about change of address of absconder’s relative? |
The Station Officer. |
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What must the Superintendent do after receiving address change information? |
Inform all concerned districts or stations. |
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If the offence was committed in his district, who informs other districts? |
The Superintendent of that district. |
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If the offence was not committed in his district, whom must he inform? |
The Superintendent of the district where offence was committed. |
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PARA-219 |
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Public Prosecutor shall maintain a register of whole district for absconded offenders |
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Who maintains the district register of absconded offenders? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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Where is the Public Prosecutor’s absconder register maintained? |
At district headquarters. |
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In which language is the district absconder register maintained? |
English. |
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The district register is maintained in the same form as which register? |
The station register. |
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Are separate parts allotted in the register for different classes? |
Yes, for Class A and Class B. |
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Which absconded offenders are entered in the Public Prosecutor’s register? |
Those triable in the district. |
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Are all absconders included in the Public Prosecutor’s register? |
No, only those triable in the district. |
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Who maintains the register of absconders wanted by Government Railway Police? |
Railway Police Public Prosecutor. |
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Are railway absconders included in the district Public Prosecutor’s register? |
No. |
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What must be shown in the remarks column of the district annual return? |
Number of non-resident absconders in the district. |
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Non-resident absconders shown in annual return must figure on whose register? |
Public Prosecutor’s register. |
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PARA-220 |
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Power of Superintendent to expunge the names of absconded offenders |
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Who can order the expunging of an absconded offender’s name? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Can a name be expunged after the offender is arrested? |
Yes. |
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Can a name be expunged if the offender’s death is ascertained? |
Yes. |
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Can insufficient evidence lead to expunging a name? |
Yes. |
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What can cause evidence to become insufficient? |
Death or disappearance of all important witnesses. |
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Absence of proceedings under which section may justify expunging due to insufficient evidence? |
Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023) |
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Can other reasons also justify expunging when prosecution is not feasible? |
Yes. |
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After how many years can a Class A absconder’s name be expunged if last heard alive? |
30 years. |
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After how many years can a Class B absconder’s name be expunged if last heard alive? |
5 years. |
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PARA-221 |
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Power of DM to expunge the names of absconded offenders |
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Who can expunge names of absconded offenders besides the Superintendent? |
The District Magistrate. |
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Can the DM expunge a name even if Superintendent’s conditions are not fulfilled? |
Yes. |
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On what basis can the DM expunge a name without meeting previous conditions? |
If the offence is insignificant and continuing the search is unnecessary. |
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Can DM expunge the name of an offender triable exclusively by the Court of Sessions? |
No. |
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How often must the DM review absconded offenders’ names for expunging? |
Once a year. |
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In connection with what may the DM review absconders’ names? |
Inspection of police stations or examination of absconders’ list. |
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After expunging, can the offender be prosecuted for the same offence? |
Only on complaint, with DM’s sanction. |
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Does expunging by DM apply to offenders triable in his district? |
Yes. |
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Who ensures that an expunged offender is not prosecuted without sanction? |
District Magistrate. |
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PARA-222 |
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Recording of evidence by the Court against the accused person who has absconded |
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In absconding cases, under which section should evidence be recorded? |
Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023) |
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Are trivial or petty cases required to have evidence recorded under Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023)? |
No, except special circumstances. |
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Who should be asked to record evidence against an absconded accused? |
The Court. |
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Must police register absconders even if Section 299 proceedings are not taken? |
Yes. |
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Should absconders be registered without waiting for Section 83/84 CrPC. (SEC 85, 87 BNSS,2023) proceedings? |
Yes. |
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What must be submitted to the Deputy Inspector General during inspection? |
Cases where evidence was not recorded under Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023) for special reasons. |
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What condition is necessary for Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023) evidence to be admissible in future trial? |
Proof that offender has absconded and cannot be immediately arrested. |
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Is Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023) applicable in all absconding cases? |
No, exceptions for trivial/petty or special circumstances. |
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Who studies Section 299 CrPC. (SEC 335 BNSS,2023) carefully to ensure compliance? |
Police officers concerned. |
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When should cases with unrecorded evidence be reported? |
During inspection by Deputy Inspector General. |
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Chapter-XX |
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REGISTRATION AND SURVEILLANCE OF BAD CHARACTERS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XX have in total? |
Para 223 to Para 276 |
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PARA-223 |
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The village Crime Note Book |
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What is the village crime note-book? |
A confidential record at every police station containing crime and criminal information of each village. |
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Who is responsible for the custody of the village crime note-book? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Are separate note-books required in large cities or towns? |
Yes, for each muhalla or division. |
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Who can make entries in Part I, II, and III of the note-book? |
Subordinates under supervision of officer-in-charge. |
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Who makes entries in Part IV? |
Officer-in-charge. |
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How are entries in Part V made? |
In accordance with instructions in paragraph 228. |
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Is the village crime note-book confidential? |
Yes. |
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What information does the note-book contain? |
Crime and criminal information of each village in the circle. |
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Who supervises entries made by subordinates? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Can a subordinate make entries independently in Part IV? |
No, only officer-in-charge can. |
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Is a single note-book sufficient for a large town? |
No, separate note-books are needed for divisions. |
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Does the village crime note-book cover cities as well? |
Yes, with division-wise note-books. |
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Are there different parts in the note-book? |
Yes, Parts I, II, III, IV, and V. |
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What is the officer-in-charge responsible for besides custody? |
Ensuring accuracy and supervision of entries. |
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Part V entries are based on instructions from which paragraph? |
Paragraph 228. |
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PARA-224 |
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Entries in Part-I of the village Crime Note Book |
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What is recorded in Part I of the village crime note-book? |
Particulars of population, hamlets, revenue market days, principal castes and tribes, headman, chief landowners, other leading men, and watchmen. |
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Are revenue market days recorded in Part I? |
Yes. |
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Which community details are recorded in Part I? |
Principal castes and tribes. |
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Who are the village leadership is listed in Part I? |
Headman, chief landowners, and other leading men. |
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Who are considered “other leading men”? |
Only residents of the village. |
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PARA-225 |
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Entries in Part-II of the village Crime Note Book |
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What is recorded in Part II of the village crime note-book? |
Particulars of all offences committed within the village limits. |
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Which offences are included in Part II? |
Cognizable offences reported to the police. |
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Which Public Gambling Act sections are included? |
Sections 3 and 4, Act III of 1967. |
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Which Excise Act sections are included? |
Sections 60, 62, 63, and 65, Act IV of 1910. |
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Which Opium Act section is included? |
Section 9, Act I of 1878. |
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Which Arms Act sections are included? |
Sections 25 and 26, Act 54 of 1959. |
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Which Criminal Tribes Act sections are included? |
Sections 21, 22, 24, and 25, Act VI of 1924. |
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Are offences of criminal tribes recorded even if members are falsely reported? |
Yes. |
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Are all crimes entered even if truly or falsely reported? |
Yes. |
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What is noted if a case is expunged? |
The fact is recorded in the last column; other columns remain. |
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Does Part II cover only cognizable offences? |
No, also specific offences under IPC/BNS and other laws. |
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Are crimes under gambling law recorded? |
Yes. |
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Are crimes under Excise law recorded? |
Yes. |
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Are crimes under Arms Act recorded? |
Yes. |
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Rule 225 mainly deals with what content? |
All village offences in Part II of the crime note-book. |
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PARA-226 |
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Entries in Part-III of the village Crime Note Book |
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In Part III will be entered particulars of all residents of the village convicted of any of the following offences. |
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A |
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Which IPC section applies for Section 75 purposes? |
Section 75, IPC. (SEC 13 BNS,2023) |
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Which chapter of IPC covers offences except 241, 254, 262 (SEC 179, 184 BNS,2023)? |
Chapter XII, IPC. (Chapter X BNS,2023) |
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Which IPC chapter covers theft, extortion, robbery, and dacoity? |
Chapter XVII, IPC. (CH- XVII BNS,2023) |
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Which sections cover theft of all kinds? |
Sections 379 and 382 IPC (SEC 303 AND 307 BNS,2023) |
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Which sections cover extortion? |
Sections 384 and 382 except 385 IPC (SEC 308(2) AND 307 EXCEPT 308(3) BNS,2023) |
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B |
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For the purpose of Sections 3 and 4 of the Whipping Act IV of 1909, which IPC/BNS section is relevant for rape? |
Section 376, IPC. (SEC 64 BNS,2023) |
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Which IPC section deals with unnatural offences under the Whipping Act context? |
Section 377, IPC. |
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C |
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For which Act are Sections 2 and 23 referenced? |
Criminal Tribes Act. |
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Which section declares a tribe as criminal? |
Section 3, Criminal Tribes Act. |
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Conviction of members of a criminal tribe applies to which sections? |
Sections 21, 22, 24, and 25 of the Act. |
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Which Act sections cover gambling in common gambling houses? |
Sections 3 and 4, Act III of 1867. |
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Which Act sections cover offences under the Arms Act? |
Sections 25 & 26, Act 54 of 1959; Sections 60, 62, 63, 65, Act IV of 1910. |
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Which Act section covers offences under the Opium Act? |
Section 9, Act I of 1878. |
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How is the nature of offence recorded in Part III? |
In the remarks column, e.g., cattle theft, dropped jewellery trick. |
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Should gang membership of ex-convicts be noted? |
Yes. |
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How is the modus operandi of burglars recorded? |
Described in Part III. |
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What happens if an ex-convict changes residence permanently? |
New residence noted; name entered in Part II of new village register. |
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When are names of one-time ex-convicts expunged? |
20 years after sentence expiry. |
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When are names of other convicts expunged? |
Only on death. |
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How is Part III indexed alphabetically? |
By heads like dacoity, cattle theft, pickpocketing, railway theft, miscellaneous offences, poisoning, cheating, kidnapping, offences against State, etc. |
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Can a person convicted under multiple heads be entered under each? |
Yes. |
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Who can sub-classify the last miscellaneous offences? |
Deputy Inspector General or Superintendent of Police. |
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Are offences like cocaine and opium smuggling included in Part III? |
Yes. |
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Does Part III cover serious crimes like murder and culpable homicide? |
Yes, Sections 300, 304, 307, IPC. (SEC 101, 105, 109 BNS,2023) |
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Is an alphabetical index maintained at every police station? |
Yes, for Part III of village crime note-books. |
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PARA-227 |
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Entries in Part-IV of the village Crime Note Book |
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What type of entries are made in Part IV of the village crime note-book? |
Religious festivals, disputes, property disputes, faction offences, crimes affecting railways, canals, telegraphs, criminal tribes, organized crime, gang presence, and other important police matters. |
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Are narratives of important crime outbreaks included in Part IV? |
Yes, in some detail. |
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What should be made in the margin of each entry in Part IV? |
A brief note showing the subject of each entry. |
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Who approves entries in Part IV before they are made? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Does Part IV record the presence of criminal tribes? |
Yes. |
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Are organized crimes like cattle-theft recorded in Part IV? |
Yes. |
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Are gang members’ residence or operation in the village recorded? |
Yes. |
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Is Part IV concerned with police-important events? |
Yes. |
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Does Part IV cover religious disputes? |
Yes. |
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Does Part IV include property disputes? |
Yes. |
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Are faction offences included in Part IV? |
Yes. |
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Are offences affecting railways, canals, or telegraphs recorded? |
Yes. |
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Is approval needed before submitting Part IV entries? |
Yes, by Superintendent. |
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Are all entries in Part IV brief or detailed? |
Detailed for specially important crime outbreaks; brief for other matters. |
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Does Part IV include only criminal offences? |
No, also disputes and events of police importance. |
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Are entries in Part IV made directly by subordinates? |
Only after submission and approval by Superintendent. |
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PARA-228 |
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History sheets, Part V of the village Crime Note Book- |
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What does Part V of the village crime note-book consist of? |
History sheets – personal records of criminals under surveillance. |
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Who should have history sheets opened? |
Persons who are or likely to become habitual criminals or abettors. |
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How many classes of history sheets are there? |
Two – Class A and Class B. |
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Who is recorded in Class A history sheets? |
Dacoits, burglars, cattle-thieves, railway goods wagon thieves, and abettors. |
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Who is recorded in Class B history sheets? |
Confirmed/professional criminals committing other crimes like cheating, poisoning, pick-pocketing, forgery, smuggling, hired ruffians, telegraph wire-cutting, illicit distilling, etc. |
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How are Class B history sheets distinguished? |
By a red bar marked at the top of the first page. |
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Can a Class B history sheet be converted to Class A? |
No. |
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What happens if a Class B subject also commits dacoity, burglary, cattle-theft, or railway goods theft? |
Class A or B surveillance may be applied under paragraph 238. |
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Can a Class A criminal become Class B? |
Yes, if addicted to miscellaneous crimes, with SP sanction. |
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PARA-229 |
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Classification of history sheets |
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On what principle are history sheets classified as A and B? |
Based on the type of crime and reform potential of the criminal. |
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Which criminals are in Class A? |
Dacoits, burglars, cattle thieves, and railway goods wagon thieves. |
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Which criminals are in Class B? |
Expert miscellaneous crime criminals generally incapable of reform. |
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What does the classification regulate? |
Length of surveillance and kind of surveillance required. |
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Does classification determine the degree of surveillance? |
No, the degree depends on the suspect’s current activity. |
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Why is Class A considered reformable? |
Because dacoits, burglars, and cattle thieves may mend their ways. |
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Why is Class B considered generally irreformable? |
Because expert miscellaneous criminals are usually incapable of reform. |
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Does a suspect stay under surveillance without complaints? |
Yes, the duration is guided by their classification. |
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Is the classification based on the suspect’s behavior at a particular time? |
No, it is based on the type of crime. |
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What determines the kind of surveillance needed? |
The criminal activities believed to be ongoing at a particular time. |
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PARA-230 |
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History sheets of A-Class |
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What is an A-Class history sheet? |
A record of dacoits, burglars, cattle thieves, or railway goods wagon thieves. |
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What does it mean if an A-Class history sheet suspect is ‘starred’? |
He requires more protracted surveillance than usual. |
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Does starring indicate more intense surveillance? |
Not necessarily; it indicates longer duration of surveillance. |
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On whom is the most intense surveillance concentrated? |
On the criminal believed to be temporarily active, starred or unstarred. |
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Who can order a history-sheet man to be starred? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Can district SPs star railway police suspects independently? |
No, only with concurrence of Superintendent of Government Railway Police. |
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Does starring affect the type of surveillance applied? |
No, it only affects the period, not intensity. |
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Is A-Class history sheet surveillance temporary or continuous? |
Continuous, duration may vary. |
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Can an unstarred A-Class criminal receive intense surveillance? |
Yes, if temporarily active. |
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What is the main purpose of starring in A-Class history sheets? |
To prolong surveillance for particularly dangerous or incorrigible criminals. |
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PARA-231 |
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Subjects of history sheets of A-Class |
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How long do unstarred A-Class history sheet subjects remain under surveillance? |
At least 2 consecutive years without jail time. |
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When can surveillance of an unstarred A-Class subject be discontinued? |
After 2 years if no conviction, suspicion, or suspicious absence, unless Superintendent records special reasons to continue. |
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How long does a starred A-Class subject remain starred? |
At least 2 consecutive years without jail, cognizable offence, or suspicious absence. |
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What happens to a starred A-Class subject after 2 years if reformed? |
Ceases to be starred but remains under surveillance until no complaints are recorded. |
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Who decides if surveillance continues for special reasons? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Is extra care needed when closing history sheets of ex-convicts? |
Yes, especially for ex-convict dacoits. |
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PARA-232 |
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Continuity of B-Class history sheets |
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How long do B-Class history sheets remain open? |
Continuously, until death. |
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Can B-Class subjects be ‘starred’? |
No, starring is unnecessary. |
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Are B-Class subjects ever removed from surveillance? |
Only for special reasons. |
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Does the continuity apply to all B-Class criminals? |
Yes, generally until death. |
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PARA-233 |
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Discontinuance of surveillance |
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Does discontinuance of surveillance close a history-sheet? |
No, the sheet remains open as a record of information. |
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What should be noted in the history-sheet when surveillance is discontinued? |
A note that surveillance has been discontinued. |
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Are periodical entries required after surveillance is discontinued? |
No, unless new information arises. |
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Where should discontinued surveillance sheets be kept? |
In the village crime note-book or a separate attached volume if too bulky. |
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When can a discontinued surveillance sheet be destroyed? |
On the death of the subject or if the Superintendent decides it has no further value. |
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PARA-234 |
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Discontinuation of History sheet of Class-A |
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Who can sanction discontinuation of a Class-A history sheet? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who sanctions discontinuation of a Class-B history sheet if denied by SP? |
Deputy Inspector-General or Superintendent, Railway Police. |
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Through whom should station officers submit proposals for discontinuance or starring/unstarring? |
Through the Circle-Inspector, unless dealt with by a gazetted officer during inspection. |
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Can a Class-A history sheet be discontinued without SP approval? |
No. |
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Are proposals for starring or unstarring history-sheet subjects required to go through any channel? |
Yes, through Circle-Inspector unless handled by a gazetted officer. |
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Does Deputy Inspector-General sanction apply to Class-A sheets? |
No, only to Class-B when SP denies discontinuance. |
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Can a gazetted officer bypass the Circle-Inspector for proposals? |
Yes, during the course of an inspection. |
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PARA-235 |
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Knowledge of History sheeters to local police |
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What is the purpose of local police surveillance of history-sheeters? |
To keep in touch with suspects and monitor their conduct. |
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What does secret picketing involve? |
Picketing the house or approaches of suspects. |
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Who conducts periodical inquiries into a suspect’s habits? |
Officers not below the rank of Sub-Inspector. |
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What aspects are checked during periodical inquiries? |
Repute, habits, associations, income, expenses, occupation. |
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Who reports movements and absences from home? |
Constables and chaukidars. |
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How are movements and absences verified? |
By means of inquiry slips. |
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What is collected and recorded on a history-sheet? |
All information bearing on the suspect’s conduct. |
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Can Superintendents implement other legal measures besides surveillance? |
Yes, without prejudice to surveillance measures. |
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Is surveillance limited to one method? |
No, it may consist of one or more of the listed measures. |
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Is shadowing of suspects allowed in cities? |
Yes, under special local circumstances. |
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PARA-236 |
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Methods of surveillance of history sheeters |
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What is the main purpose of surveillance of history-sheeters? |
To keep in touch with suspects and monitor their conduct. |
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What does secret picketing involve? |
Monitoring the house or approaches to the house of suspects. |
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Who conducts periodical inquiries about suspects? |
Officers not below the rank of Sub-Inspector. |
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What details are checked in periodical inquiries? |
Repute, habits, associations, income, expenses, occupation. |
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Who reports the movements and absences of suspects? |
Constables and chaukidars. |
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How are movements and absences verified? |
By means of inquiry slips. |
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What is recorded on a history-sheet? |
All information bearing on the suspect’s conduct. |
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Can SPs apply other legal measures besides these surveillance methods? |
Yes, without prejudice to the listed methods. |
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Can surveillance use more than one method simultaneously? |
Yes, one or more measures may be employed. |
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Is this type of surveillance applicable in cities? |
Yes, especially under special local circumstances. |
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PARA-237 |
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Starred and unstarred history sheeters |
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Are both starred and unstarred Class-A history sheeters subject to surveillance? |
Yes, all measures apply to both. |
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Who regulates the intensity of surveillance? |
Station officer, under Superintendent and Circle Inspector control. |
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How is intensity of surveillance decided? |
According to the suspected temporary activity of the individual. |
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Must all movements and absences of Class-A men be reported? |
Yes, to the police station. |
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Are all movements verified by inquiry slips? |
Only if they appear suspicious. |
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How often is a general local inquiry done for quiescent men? |
Once a year. |
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Who can conduct inquiries under the station officer’s direction? |
A subordinate Sub-Inspector. |
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How often are inquiries done for temporarily active men? |
Half-yearly or more frequently. |
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PARA-238 |
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Surveillance of B-class history sheeters |
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Which surveillance measures apply to B-Class history sheeters by default? |
Measures (c) reporting movements, (d) verification by inquiry slip, and (e) recording on history-sheet. |
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Are measures (a) secret picketing and (b) periodical inquiries applied to B-Class? |
Only if the crime requires it. |
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Give an example when picketing might be applied to B-Class. |
For a telegraph wire-cutter or night-time surveillance. |
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Is picketing or inquiry useful for a professional cheat? |
No, it would be futile. |
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Must absences from home of B-Class men be reported? |
Yes, to the police station. |
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Is verification of movements always required for B-Class men? |
No, only when it serves a useful purpose. |
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Give an example where verification is essential. |
For a prisoner or pick-pocket. |
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Give an example where verification is rarely needed. |
For a local bulky. |
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Who exercises discretion over B-Class surveillance? |
Station officers. |
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What factors determine the intensity of surveillance for B-Class? |
Circumstances of absence and nature of the crime. |
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PARA-239 |
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Maintenance of history sheet of both classes and desired entries in the history sheet |
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How should history-sheets of both classes be maintained? |
As directed in this paragraph and updated to conform with new directions. |
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What entries are made on the first page? |
Relations, associates, dependents, property, occupation, income, convictions. |
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Who checks and approves the first entries in a history-sheet? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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How are subsequent paragraphs filled? |
At the police station without reference to Superintendent. |
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What must subsequent paragraphs contain? |
Suspicious absences, police reports/cases, periodical inquiry results, suspected cases. |
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Are all absences recorded? |
Only suspicious absences. |
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Are picketing and domiciliary visits always entered? |
Only if productive of relevant information. |
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How should habits and general repute be recorded? |
Based on inquiries from respectable villagers, avoiding vague generalities. |
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Who is responsible for entries in the history-sheet? |
Station officer or a subordinate Sub-Inspector under his direction. |
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How are convictions of 6 months or more noted? |
Red line drawn below last paragraph with date, sentence, probable release. |
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How is discontinuance of surveillance noted? |
Black line drawn with date and Superintendent’s order number. |
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How is transfer of a history-sheet to another station noted? |
Black line drawn with brief note of transfer by dispatching officer. |
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How should paragraphs be referenced? |
Quote number and date of daily diary or document, complete in itself. |
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What should marginal notes indicate? |
Nature of information, e.g., ‘suspicious absence’, ‘local inquiry’. |
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What additional details should be included about suspects? |
Earnings, expenses, work regularity, associates, and whether committing crime or honest livelihood. |
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PARA-240 |
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History sheets of both classes when to be opened? |
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When may history-sheets of both classes be opened? |
On suspicion or on conviction/acquittal, with orders of Superintendent of Police. |
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What happens on suspicion during investigation? |
Officer-in-charge reports suspect’s name and whether history-sheet is needed to the Superintendent. |
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Who defines the class of history-sheet and ‘starred’ status? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Can a gazetted officer or circle inspector request a history-sheet? |
Yes, by submitting a report to the Superintendent. |
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What happens when a person is sent for trial on relevant offences? |
Officer-in-charge states in diary if history-sheet exists or is recommended. |
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What is the role of Public Prosecutor on acquittal? |
Inform Superintendent if a history-sheet is required. |
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How is a history-sheet marked on daily conviction reports? |
‘On H.S.’ in red ink if already open, ‘H.S.’ if recommended. |
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What form is attached to the daily report of convictions? |
P.R. slip (Form No. 313) for history-sheet action. |
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Who communicates Superintendent’s orders for opening a history-sheet? |
Public Prosecutor to police station and Superintendent of Jail. |
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What if the accused is from another district or State? |
Same procedure, but Superintendent of local police may not order opening; decision sent to Superintendent of Jail. |
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How is the history-sheet recommendation noted in Form 148? |
Column 10 – red ink, Column 15 – recommendation for opening. |
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Who decides opening of history-sheet for convicts in other districts? |
Superintendent of Police of convict’s district, may cancel P.R. slip if unnecessary. |
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Can the Superintendent of Railway Police request a history-sheet? |
Yes, Superintendent of Police must open it subject to Deputy Inspector-General’s final decision. |
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Who specifies the type of surveillance for railway cases? |
Superintendent, Railway Police. |
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How are history-sheet requirements forwarded from Railway Police? |
Public Prosecutor sends Form 143/148 to Superintendent of district through Superintendent, Railway Police. |
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Para-241 |
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Importance of P.R. slips |
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To what are P.R. slips attached when sent to the Jail? |
Warrants of the convicts concerned. |
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When is a P.R. slip sent to the Superintendent of Police? |
One month before the convict’s release. |
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What is the purpose of sending the P.R. slip before release? |
To warn the Superintendent of Police that the convict is due to be released. |
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What must the Superintendent of Police do on receiving a P.R. slip? |
Instruct the police station to check the prisoner’s arrival and arrange future surveillance, or take action if he becomes untraced. |
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What must the police station do after receiving instructions on a P.R. slip? |
Return the slip to the Superintendent with a report on entry in Part III of the village crime note-book. |
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What if no history-sheet has been opened on conviction? |
Find who was responsible and open a history-sheet immediately unless special reasons exist. |
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How are P.R. slips filed at police stations? |
Filed in separate bundles in the record room. |
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How long are P.R. slips retained before destruction? |
One year. |
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What does the Jail Superintendent provide to a released P.R. convict? |
A railway ticket to the station nearest the convict’s home. |
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Do P.R. slip procedures apply to criminal tribe convicts or certain conditionally released prisoners? |
No, they are exempt under Section 356 CRPC (SEC 394 BNSS,2023) or Section 432, CrPC (SEC 473 BNSS,2023) |
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What must the Jail Superintendent do in case of death or escape of a P.R. convict? |
Inform the Superintendent of Police concerned immediately. |
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PARA-242 |
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Principles which could guide S.P. in deciding whether a history sheet should be opened and in what category should be placed |
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When should a Class A history-sheet be opened and starred immediately? |
When a suspect is an active and prominent member of a gang of dacoits. |
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When should Class A history-sheets be opened for burglars, cattle thieves, or railway goods train thieves? |
When they first come to notice on suspicion or conviction. |
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When should such Class A suspects be starred? |
Only after continued suspicion or a series of convictions show they are dangerous and unlikely to reform. |
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For which members of a gang should history-sheets be opened? |
Only for the more prominent members; minor members tracked via the gang register. |
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Is being bound under Section 109, Cr.P.C. (SEC 128 BNSS,2023) sufficient to open a history-sheet? |
No, previous history and arrest circumstances must be considered. |
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When must a history-sheet be prepared for a person bound under Section 110, Cr.P.C. (SEC 129 BNSS,2023)? |
Immediately, even if not already on a history-sheet. |
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What should Superintendents of Police review regarding Section 110 prosecutions? |
How bad characters not on history-sheets previously evaded police notice. |
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Should history-sheets be opened for persons with no fixed abode? |
No, they should not. |
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Where to check restrictions for opening history-sheets for criminal tribe members? |
Consult the Criminal Tribes Manual. |
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Is it important to open history-sheets on suspicion or conviction? |
Yes, both on conviction and on suspicion; imprisonment alone is not a reason to avoid opening a sheet. |
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PARA-243 |
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Preparation of history sheet in case of juveniles |
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Do the general rules for history-sheets apply to juveniles? |
Yes, but cases of juveniles require special consideration before opening a history-sheet. |
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What happens if a juvenile is sent to the Juvenile Jail at Bareilly? |
His P.R. slip is returned one month before release with a remark exempting him from police surveillance. |
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What does the Superintendent of Police do on receiving an endorsed P.R. slip for a juvenile? |
Files the history-sheet and issues orders that no surveillance is to be applied. |
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Are all juvenile P.R. offenders exempt from surveillance on release? |
No, juveniles whose conduct shows they did not benefit from reformatory training are not exempt. |
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What procedure is followed for these non-exempt juveniles? |
Usual P.R. and surveillance rules are applied; a report on behaviour is sent before release. |
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Are members of criminal tribes admitted to the Juvenile Jail at Bareilly? |
No, they are subject to rules in the Criminal Tribes Manual. |
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Are juveniles with more than one conviction admitted to the Juvenile Jail? |
No, they are not admitted. |
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PARA-244 |
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Procedure of action under section 110 Cr. P.C (SEC 129 BNSS,2023) |
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Which section governs the procedure described? |
Section 110 Cr.P.C. (SEC 129 BNSS,2023) |
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Who must submit application before taking action under Section 110 Cr.P.C.? |
Sub-Inspector |
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In which form is the application submitted? |
Police Form No. 5 |
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Through whom is the application routed to the Superintendent? |
Circle Inspector |
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What must the Circle Inspector attach while forwarding the application? |
Report after local inquiry |
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On what basis is the Circle Inspector’s report prepared? |
His own knowledge of the suspect |
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To whom is the application forwarded after approval? |
Sub-Divisional Magistrate or District Magistrate |
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In what capacity is the report sent to the Magistrate? |
As “information” under Section 110 Cr.P.C. (SEC 129 BNSS,2023) |
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Who decides whether to require a person to show cause? |
Magistrate |
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Under which section is the show cause order issued? |
Section 111 Cr.P.C. (SEC 130 BNSS,2023) |
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In what form must the Magistrate issue the order under Section 111 CRPC? |
In writing |
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What must the order under Section 111 CRPC contain? |
Details required by that section |
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What happens to Form No. 5 after the Magistrate’s order? |
Returned to Sub-Inspector |
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What immediate action must the Sub-Inspector take thereafter? |
Arrest the person |
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Where must the arrested person be produced? |
Before the Magistrate |
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What must accompany the arrested person? |
Necessary evidence |
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To whom is Form No. 5 sent as a brief? |
Prosecuting Officer |
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Can Form No. 5 be attached to the case file? |
Yes, if Magistrate permits |
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Are history sheets sent to courts routinely? |
No |
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When are history sheets sent to courts? |
Only when courts demand |
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Should police record statements during inquiry under Sections 109/110 Cr.P.C.? |
No |
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Why should statements not be recorded during such inquiry? |
Accused may claim copies |
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Under which section can copies of statements be obtained? |
Section 162 Cr.P.C. (SEC 181 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-245 |
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Names of history sheeter will be entered in beat book of constables and crime record book of village GUARD |
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Whose names are entered in the notice-books of beat constables? |
History-sheet men |
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In which village record are names of history-sheeters entered? |
Crime record book of village guard |
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Who maintains the crime record book in villages? |
Village chaukidar |
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Where are names of history-sheet men recorded at beat level? |
Beat constable’s notice-book |
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Where are visits to villages with bad characters recorded? |
Fly-sheet of village crime note-book |
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What does the fly-sheet entry indicate regarding Class A history-sheeters? |
That all have been visited |
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Who makes visits to villages where bad characters reside? |
Officers and men |
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Where is a full note of visit results recorded? |
General diary |
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What must be mentioned in the fly-sheet regarding the diary entry? |
Reference number of general diary report |
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When is a brief note entered in the history-sheet? |
When something important is ascertained |
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What type of note is made in the general diary regarding visits? |
Full note |
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What type of note is made in the history-sheet regarding visits? |
Brief note |
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What is attached to each history-sheet in cities? |
Separate fly-sheet |
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What is recorded on the separate fly-sheet in cities? |
Visits of the suspect |
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Does the fly-sheet form part of the village crime note-book? |
Yes |
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Are visits to bad characters mandatorily documented? |
Yes |
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What class of history-sheet men is specifically mentioned? |
Class A |
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Where is the reference to general diary number mentioned? |
Fly-sheet |
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Is every visit result recorded in the history-sheet? |
Only important findings |
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What ensures cross-reference between fly-sheet and diary? |
General diary report number |
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In villages, visits are shown in which document? |
Village crime note-book fly-sheet |
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In cities, visits are recorded separately in which document? |
Separate fly-sheet attached to history-sheet |
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PARA-246 |
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Entry of an accomplice belonging to another police station shall inform the police of that police station |
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Who is responsible for recording entries in a history-sheet? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station |
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What type of entry is discussed in Para 246? |
Entry affecting an accomplice |
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When must intimation be sent to another police station? |
When accomplice belongs to another circle |
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Who must be informed if the accomplice resides in another circle? |
Police of that circle |
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PARA-247 |
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When the history sheeter changes his address, the history sheet should or should not be sent to the police to which he has gone |
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Who is the subject of transfer under Para 247? |
History-sheeter |
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Who decides transfer of history-sheet within the same district? |
Concerned Circle Inspectors |
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When does Circle Inspector decide about sending history-sheet? |
On change of residence within district |
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Is transfer within district automatic? |
No |
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Who forwards the history-sheet when suspect shifts to another district? |
Superintendent of Police |
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In what form is the history-sheet sent to another district? |
In original |
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To whom is it sent when shifting to another district? |
Superintendent of that district |
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What happens if suspect shifts to another district in British India? |
Original history-sheet forwarded |
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What if suspect shifts to an Indian State? |
State police informed |
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Through which channel is State police informed? |
English office |
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Is original history-sheet sent to Indian State? |
No |
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What is sent to Indian State if requested? |
Copy of history-sheet |
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Who reports transfer within same district to Superintendent? |
Both station officers concerned |
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Why must Superintendent be informed of transfer? |
To correct headquarters list |
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Which paragraph mentions correction of headquarters list? |
Paragraph 249 |
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PARA-248 |
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The district police will keep up history-sheets of persons addicted to crime on railways |
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Who generally maintains history-sheets of persons addicted to crime on railways? |
District Police |
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In special cases, who may maintain surveillance instead of district police? |
Railway Police |
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Whose opinion determines special cases of surveillance? |
Both Superintendents |
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What is the basis for transferring surveillance to railway police? |
Greater efficiency |
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Who decides in case of difference of opinion between Superintendents? |
Deputy Inspector General of Range |
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What type of copies are maintained by railway police? |
Duplicate copies |
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For maintaining duplicates, railway police get access to whose records? |
District police records |
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How often may railway police access district records? |
As often as necessary |
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Who must intimate facts for entry in history-sheet? |
Sub-Inspector of Railway Police |
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To whom must railway SI intimate such facts? |
Sub-Inspector of District Police |
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When must railway police intimate important facts? |
Immediately |
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What must railway police forward quarterly? |
Quarterly memorandum |
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Where is the quarterly memorandum attached? |
To the history-sheet |
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Who maintains the original history-sheet in normal cases? |
District Police |
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Must district police share information with railway police? |
Yes |
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What type of information should district police communicate? |
Worth bringing to notice |
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PARA-249 |
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Class A and Class B list will be maintained separately in each and every police station |
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How many lists are maintained at each police station under Para 249? |
Two lists |
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What are the two lists maintained? |
Class A and Class B lists |
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Who are included in these lists? |
Persons on history-sheets |
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Are Class A and Class B lists maintained jointly? |
No, separately |
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What details are recorded in the lists? |
Dates of starring and unstarring |
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For which class are starring and unstarring dates recorded? |
Class A only |
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What other date is recorded in the list? |
Date of discontinuance of surveillance |
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Is there a remarks column in the list? |
Yes |
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How is a starred Class A suspect indicated? |
Star in red ink |
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Where is the red star placed? |
Against his name on Class A list |
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How are names arranged in each list? |
Serially numbered |
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From which number does serial numbering begin? |
From 1 |
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Can serial numbers be changed? |
No |
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What happens when a new history-sheet is opened? |
New serial number assigned |
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Is serial number reused after discontinuance of surveillance? |
No |
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When can a discontinued serial number be reused? |
When surveillance is resumed |
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Are similar lists maintained at district headquarters? |
Yes |
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In which language are headquarters lists maintained? |
English |
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Who maintains headquarters lists? |
Superintendent’s reader |
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Should serial numbers at headquarters and police station correspond? |
Yes |
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What is the purpose of headquarters list? |
Check during inspections |
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Should headquarters list be kept updated? |
Yes |
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Headquarters list assists in dealing with what? |
Crime matters |
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What is entered in the associates column of history-sheet? |
Serial numbers and class letters |
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How are associates identified in records? |
By serial number and class letter |
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Give example of associate entry format. |
A-7, B-9 |
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PARA-250 |
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List of bad characters and history-sheet |
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What is the nature of the list of bad characters? |
Confidential record |
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What is the nature of history-sheets? |
Confidential record |
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Where are history-sheets kept? |
Village crime note-book |
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Who is responsible for safeguarding history-sheets? |
Station Officer |
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Can unauthorized persons access history-sheets? |
No |
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What must the Station Officer ensure regarding access? |
Prevent unauthorized access |
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PARA-251 |
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Responsibility of Circle Inspectors in the matters of surveillance |
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Whose responsibility in surveillance is strictly enforced? |
Circle Inspector |
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What must Circle Inspector check during police station visit? |
History-sheets |
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How many history-sheets are checked during visit? |
One or two |
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What does he verify in history-sheets? |
Whether they are up-to-date |
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Where does Circle Inspector record this checking? |
Weekly diary |
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What type of inquiries are made during annual inspection? |
Local inquiries |
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About whom are local inquiries made? |
Bad characters |
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Which suspects require special attention? |
Temporarily active suspects |
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Which areas require special attention? |
Crime-prone areas |
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Where are inquiry results recorded? |
History-sheets |
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Does Circle Inspector maintain a list of history-sheeters? |
Yes |
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In what form is the Circle Inspector’s list maintained? |
Same as police station and headquarters |
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Who recommends starring of Class A suspects? |
Circle Inspector |
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Who recommends unstarring of Class A suspects? |
Circle Inspector |
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Who is responsible for prosecuting Section 110 Cr.P.C. cases in circle? |
Circle Inspector |
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Under which section are preventive cases prosecuted? |
Section 109 /110 Cr.P.C. (sec 128 BNSS, 2023) |
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To whom does Circle Inspector report excessive history-sheets? |
Superintendent |
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What must be reported if surveillance is improper? |
To Superintendent |
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Can Circle Inspector suggest improvements in surveillance? |
Yes |
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PARA-252 |
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Surveillance of persons whose criminal personal files are maintained by C.I.D |
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To whom does Para 252 relate? |
Persons whose criminal personal files are maintained by C.I.D. |
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Which department maintains criminal personal files referred in this rule? |
Criminal Investigation Department (C.I.D.) |
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For detailed surveillance instructions, reference is made to which manual? |
Criminal Investigation Department Manual |
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PARA-253 |
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Entries in the gang register |
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When should entries be made in the gang register? |
When an organized gang comes to light |
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Which types of gangs are entered in the gang register? |
Dacoits, cattle thieves, railway wagon thieves |
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In which form is the gang register maintained? |
Form No. 45 |
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Where is the gang register maintained? |
At every concerned police station and district headquarters |
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For which gangs is gang sheet used instead of gang register? |
Burglar gangs |
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Under which circular is gang sheet prescribed? |
Circular No. I/VI-23-25 dated 14 Sept 1929 |
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Must all gang members have history-sheets? |
No |
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Where are particulars of members without history-sheets entered? |
Column 6 of the register |
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What if column 6 space is insufficient? |
Necessity for history-sheet indicated |
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What is recorded in column 7 of the register? |
Reasons, history, modus operandi |
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What else is entered in column 7? |
Subsequent facts about the gang |
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Who orders entry of gangs in the register? |
Superintendent |
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Is the gang register a temporary record? |
No, permanent record |
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Can gangs be expunged from the register? |
No |
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What happens when a gang is broken up? |
Entries may be discontinued |
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Who orders discontinuance of entries? |
Superintendent |
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How is discontinuance recorded? |
Entry in column 6 |
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What marking is made after discontinuance? |
Red ink line across page |
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PARA-254 |
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Examination of headquarters gang register by Public Prosecutor on the conclusion of every dacoity case |
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Who examines the headquarters gang register? |
Public Prosecutor |
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To whom does the Public Prosecutor report? |
Superintendent of Police |
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What does the Public Prosecutor recommend regarding the register? |
Necessary entries |
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What else does the Public Prosecutor consider? |
Further clues to be followed up |
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Who is responsible if a gang has ramifications in more than one district? |
Superintendent of first district |
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What must the first district Superintendent propose? |
Registration to other districts |
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Who must be informed about important matters of a registered gang? |
All concerned Superintendents |
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Who decides addition of names in gang register? |
Superintendents concerned |
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Who decides discontinuance of entries? |
Superintendents concerned |
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How should such decisions ideally be taken? |
By personal discussion |
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How often should Superintendents discuss such matters? |
Once a year |
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Who resolves difference of opinion among Superintendents? |
Deputy Inspector-General |
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PARA-255 |
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Maintenance of the headquarters gang register |
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Who maintains the headquarters gang register? |
Criminal Tribes Sub-Inspector |
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In which language is the headquarters gang register maintained? |
English |
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How often must the Criminal Tribes Sub-Inspector visit concerned police stations? |
Twice a year |
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What is the interval between such visits? |
Six months |
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Which police stations are visited? |
Where any gang is registered |
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What does the Sub-Inspector check during visit? |
Headquarters register with police station register |
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Does he compare both registers? |
Yes |
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What entries does he copy into headquarters register? |
Entries of importance |
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From where are such important entries copied? |
Police station register |
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Can he collect information from other sources? |
Yes |
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What must he communicate to station officers? |
Facts ascertained from other sources |
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PARA-256 |
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Procedure for the registration of gang under the Criminal Tribes Act Manual |
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Which gangs are considered under Para 256? |
Gangs fit for proclamation and registration |
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Under which Act is proclamation and registration considered? |
Criminal Tribes Act |
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Where must such gang be brought for registration? |
On prescribed gang statement form |
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Which manual prescribes the gang statement form? |
Criminal Tribes Act Manual |
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What condition triggers action under this rule? |
Signs of fitness for proclamation |
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What is required when gang is brought under Criminal Tribes Act procedure? |
Entry on gang statement form |
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Is a note required in the gang register? |
Yes |
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PARA-257 |
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Movement of history sheeter should be informed by beat constable or village GUARD to S.O. |
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Who must report movement of a history-sheeter in villages? |
Village guard |
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Who must report movement of a history-sheeter in towns? |
Beat Constable |
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What type of persons are covered under this rule? |
Bad characters on history-sheet |
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When must departure be reported? |
Immediately |
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To whom must the departure be reported? |
Officer-in-Charge (S.O.) |
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What information must be reported upon departure? |
Departure and destination |
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PARA-258 |
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Inquiry Slip-A for verification |
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On receiving departure report of whom is Inquiry Slip-A considered? |
A history-sheet man (starred or unstarred). |
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Which classes of history-sheet men are covered under Para 258? |
Starred and unstarred. |
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Who receives the report of departure? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Who decides whether to send Inquiry Slip-A? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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The decision to send Inquiry Slip-A is based on which paragraphs? |
Paragraphs 237 and 238. |
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What must the officer-in-charge determine after receiving the report? |
Whether sending Inquiry Slip-A is necessary. |
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Why should names of bad characters be kept on record in office? |
Because the station officer may not always be present. |
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Where should names of such bad characters be maintained? |
In the office record of the police station. |
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When should Inquiry Slip-A be prepared? |
Immediately, when deemed necessary. |
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In which form is Inquiry Slip-A prepared? |
Form No. 204. |
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By what means should Inquiry Slip-A be forwarded? |
By the quickest means. |
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What are the modes of forwarding Inquiry Slip-A? |
By hand or by post. |
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To whom is Inquiry Slip-A forwarded? |
Officer-in-charge of the concerned circle. |
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Inquiry Slip-A is sent to which circle? |
The circle where the bad character is believed to have gone. |
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What triggers the sending of Inquiry Slip-A? |
Report of departure of a history-sheet man. |
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Can Inquiry Slip-A be delayed after decision? |
No, it must be made out at once. |
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What is the purpose of maintaining names in advance? |
To ensure prompt dispatch of Inquiry Slip-A. |
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Who reports the departure of the history-sheet man? |
The chaukidar. |
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Can the chaukidar carry the Inquiry Slip-A? |
No. |
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Is the chaukidar allowed to carry the slip to destination police station? |
Never. |
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PARA-259 |
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If destination of history sheeter is not clear, Inquiry slip-A is sent to all police stations of possible destinations |
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When is Inquiry Slip-A sent to multiple police stations? |
When the destination of the history-sheeter is unknown. |
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What should be done if the bad character’s destination is not clear? |
Send copy of Inquiry Slip-A to all possible police stations. |
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To whom should copies of Inquiry Slip-A be sent when destination is unknown? |
Every police station where he may reasonably have gone. |
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What type of copy can be sent in such cases? |
Carbon or other copy of Inquiry Slip-A. |
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On what basis are possible destinations determined? |
Reasonable belief of his movement. |
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Which document helps indicate possible destination? |
Column of relations and associates in the history-sheet. |
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Which column in history-sheet is important for tracing movement? |
Relations and associates column. |
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What does the relations column help identify? |
Possible destination of the bad character. |
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Is original Inquiry Slip-A sent to all stations? |
No, copies are sent. |
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What is the purpose of sending copies to multiple stations? |
To ensure effective verification. |
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Who is considered a bad character under this paragraph? |
A history-sheeter. |
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When must the Government Railway Police be informed? |
When a railway thief absents suspiciously. |
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Who must be informed about suspicious absence of railway thief? |
Government Railway Police Officer concerned. |
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What type of railway offender is specifically mentioned? |
Railway thief with history-sheet. |
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What circumstance requires GRP intimation? |
Absence under suspicious circumstances. |
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PARA-260 |
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Visit of history sheeter within circle, be verified by inquiry through beat constable |
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What type of destination is mentioned in this paragraph? |
Unusual or suspicious destination. |
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The movement must be within which area? |
Within the resident’s circle. |
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Who reports the departure of the bad character? |
Constable or chaukidar. |
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Where is the report of departure recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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Is diary entry mandatory for such departure? |
Yes. |
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Who verifies the visit of the history-sheeter? |
A constable. |
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Verification is done through whom? |
Beat constable or village chaukidar. |
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From whom can inquiry be made at destination village? |
The village chaukidar. |
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What must be verified? |
The visit of the bad character. |
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When should verification be conducted? |
As soon as possible. |
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Is verification required even within the same circle? |
Yes. |
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What triggers verification? |
Unusual or suspicious movement. |
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PARA-261 |
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Reports made by chaukidars of departure of bad characters |
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Who makes reports of departure of bad characters under Para 261? |
Chaukidars. |
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Which departures must be reported by chaukidars? |
Departure of bad characters. |
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When departure is outside the circle, where is it recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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When departure is to an unusual destination within circle, where is it recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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When destination is unknown, where is report recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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When departure occurs at night, where is it recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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How many specific categories of departure are mentioned? |
Four. |
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Name the four categories of departure mentioned. |
Outside circle, unusual within circle, unknown destination, at night. |
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Is diary entry mandatory for these four categories? |
Yes. |
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What record is maintained after diary entry? |
Entry in chaukidar’s crime record book. |
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Where is reference of report entered in crime record book? |
In the column provided for the purpose. |
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What details are entered in the crime record book? |
Number and date of the report. |
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After whose name is the entry made in crime record book? |
After each suspect’s name. |
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PARA-262 |
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Procedure after receiving an inquiry slip-A |
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Who acts after receiving Inquiry Slip-A? |
The receiving police officer. |
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What is the first duty after receiving Inquiry Slip-A? |
Ascertain whether the bad character has arrived. |
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How soon should steps be taken to verify arrival? |
Immediately. |
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After verification, what must be done with the slip? |
Fill it in at once. |
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Where is the filled Inquiry Slip-A sent? |
Back to the originating police station. |
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Can the receiving officer delay filling the slip? |
No. |
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What if the bad character remains in the circle? |
He must be watched. |
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How should he be watched? |
As if he were a bad character of that circle. |
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Is surveillance mandatory during his stay? |
Yes. |
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What if important information arises during his stay? |
Inform the originating police station immediately. |
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PARA-263 |
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Difference of date or time in inquiry slip-A to be informed to the officer, who sent it |
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When does Para 263 apply? |
When the bad character leaves on a different date or time. |
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If departure date differs from slip, what must be done? |
Inform the sending officer. |
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PARA-264 |
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Procedure if the bad character does not arrive within a reasonable time |
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Who acts if the bad character fails to arrive? |
Officer-in-charge of the circle. |
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What must be returned if suspect does not arrive? |
Inquiry Slip-A. |
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What must accompany the returned Inquiry Slip-A? |
A report stating non-arrival. |
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To whom is the slip returned? |
The police station from which it was received. |
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What direction is given after non-arrival? |
Chaukidar or constable must watch for arrival. |
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Who is instructed to keep watch? |
Chaukidar or constable concerned. |
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PARA-265 |
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When bad character person returns to any destination other than his home, the S.O. of the police station will issue an inquiry slip-A |
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When does Para 265 apply? |
When a bad character leaves for a destination other than his home. |
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Who issues Inquiry Slip-A in such case? |
Officer-in-charge (S.O.) of the concerned police station. |
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To whom is Inquiry Slip-A sent? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station where he has gone. |
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How is the slip issued? |
As if he were a resident of that circle. |
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Is a copy of the slip sent elsewhere? |
Yes. |
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To whom is the copy sent? |
Officer-in-charge of the bad character’s residence police station. |
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What if the bad character moves again? |
Further action continues accordingly. |
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Who sends reply to the Inquiry Slip-A? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station where he has gone. |
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To whom is the reply sent? |
Police station of the bad character’s residence. |
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PARA-266 |
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If H.S. absence is found to be suspicious, a brief note should be entered in history sheet |
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When does Para 266 apply? |
When a history-sheeter’s absence is suspicious. |
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What must be done if absence is suspicious? |
Enter a brief note in the history-sheet. |
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Where is the note entered? |
In the history-sheet. |
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What type of note is required? |
A brief note of facts. |
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Who is referred to in this paragraph? |
Bad character/history-sheeter. |
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Is recording of suspicious absence mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What triggers entry in history-sheet? |
Suspicious absence. |
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Does the paragraph require detailed report? |
No, only a brief note. |
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Which paragraph guides the manner of entry? |
Paragraph 239. |
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PARA-267 |
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Duty of village GUARD when he hears of the arrival of a suspicious stranger in his village |
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When does Para 267 apply? |
When a suspicious stranger arrives in a village. |
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Who has duty under Para 267? |
Village guard. |
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What must the guard do on hearing arrival of suspicious stranger? |
Question him. |
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What should the stranger be questioned about? |
His antecedents. |
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What else should the stranger be questioned about? |
His residence. |
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Is questioning mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What must be done with information obtained? |
Send or take it to the police station. |
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How soon must information be sent? |
As quickly as possible. |
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PARA-268 |
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Issuing of inquiry slip-B |
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When is Inquiry Slip-B issued? |
On receipt of information about a suspicious stranger. |
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Who issues Inquiry Slip-B? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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What form is used for Inquiry Slip-B? |
Form No. 205. |
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To which police station is Inquiry Slip-B sent? |
The station from which the stranger allegedly came. |
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How soon should Inquiry Slip-B be sent? |
As quickly as possible. |
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What triggers issuance of Inquiry Slip-B? |
Information received from any source. |
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Is the source of information restricted? |
No, it may be from any source. |
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What must be noted on the counterfoil? |
Reasons for issuing Inquiry Slip-B. |
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PARA-269 |
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Procedure on receiving an inquiry slip-B |
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Who acts on receiving Inquiry Slip-B? |
Officer-in-charge of the police station. |
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Should the Inquiry Slip-B be returned immediately? |
No. |
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What must not be done at once after receiving the slip? |
Returning it immediately with information. |
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When should the slip be returned? |
If the stranger is not a resident of that circle. |
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What note must accompany return of slip? |
Note stating stranger is not resident of the circle. |
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What helps the officer decide further action? |
Reply to the Inquiry Slip-B. |
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Under which section can action be taken? |
Section 109 Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (SEC 128 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-270 |
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Arresting of a suspicious stranger |
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When can a suspicious stranger be arrested? |
When his movements or behaviour justify arrest. |
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Under which provision can arrest be made? |
Section 41(2) Cr.P.C., 1973. (SEC 35 BNSS,2023) |
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What is the timing of arrest action? |
At once. |
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PARA-271 |
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Returning of inquiry slip-B |
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When is Inquiry Slip-B returned? |
On departure of the stranger from the station limits. |
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To which station is Inquiry Slip-B returned? |
Police station of his residence. |
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Under what condition is slip returned to residence station? |
If something suspicious is recorded. |
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What is the second condition for returning slip? |
If he is on a history-sheet. |
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What happens in cases other than these two conditions? |
Slip remains at issuing police station. |
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Is return of slip automatic in every case? |
No. |
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What must be mentioned on returned slip? |
Hour and date of departure. |
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What additional detail is required in case of suspicious behaviour? |
Details of suspicious behaviour. |
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PARA-272 |
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Issuing of inquiry slip-A for that suspect whose inquiry slip-B is issued |
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When does Para 272 apply? |
When a suspect with Inquiry Slip-B is on a history-sheet and moves to another circle. |
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What additional slip is issued in such case? |
Inquiry Slip-A. |
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To whom is Inquiry Slip-A sent? |
Officer-in-charge of the police circle where he has gone. |
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Is a copy of Inquiry Slip-A forwarded? |
Yes. |
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To whom is the copy forwarded? |
Police station of his residence. |
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When is Inquiry Slip-A required despite Inquiry Slip-B? |
When suspect is on a history-sheet. |
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Where is the reply to Inquiry Slip-A sent? |
Direct to police station of residence. |
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Who sends the reply to Inquiry Slip-A? |
Officer-in-charge of the destination circle. |
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How should the destination officer treat the suspect? |
As if he came directly from his home. |
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PARA-273 |
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Where a telephone is available inquiry slips will not ordinarily be despatched |
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Where are chaukidar duties performed in cities and towns? |
By the police. |
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When is telephone used instead of inquiry slips? |
When a telephone is available. |
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Are inquiry slips ordinarily despatched if telephone is available? |
No. |
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What is used in place of inquiry slips in such cases? |
Telephone. |
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When should telephone be used? |
Whenever reports of arrival or departure are received. |
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Where are telephone reports recorded? |
In the general diary. |
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Are inquiry slips still prepared when telephone is used? |
Yes, for record purposes. |
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Where are telephone replies recorded? |
In the general diary and on the inquiry slip. |
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Who ensures inquiry slip files are up-to-date in cities? |
City inspectors and officer-in-charge of city police stations. |
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Who is responsible for prompt replies to telephone inquiries? |
City inspectors and officer-in-charge of city police stations. |
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What must be done if reply by telephone is delayed beyond 24 hours? |
Report to the city inspector. |
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What is the maximum permissible delay without reporting? |
24 hours. |
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To whom is delay beyond 24 hours reported? |
City inspector. |
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PARA-274 |
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Responsibility of S.O. for correct and regular use of inquiry slips |
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Who is responsible for supervision of inquiry slips? |
Officer-in-charge (S.O.) of police station. |
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What must the S.O. supervise? |
Issue of inquiry slips. |
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Who is held responsible for correct use of inquiry slips? |
Officer-in-charge. |
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Is the S.O. responsible for regular use of inquiry slips? |
Yes. |
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What must the S.O. examine? |
Inquiry slips issued and received. |
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Where must suspicious movements be recorded? |
In the history-sheet concerned. |
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What type of movements must be entered in history-sheet? |
Suspicious or unverified movements. |
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Is recording of unverified movement mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What record must be maintained at every police station? |
Index of all inquiry slips issued and received. |
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In what form is the index maintained? |
Tabular form. |
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What details are shown in the index? |
Names of persons. |
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What destination details are recorded in the index? |
Destinations. |
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What identification detail is recorded? |
History-sheet number. |
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What time details are recorded? |
Times of arrival and departure. |
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Does the index include both issued and received slips? |
Yes. |
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Is maintenance of index compulsory? |
Yes. |
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Who ensures proper entry in history-sheets? |
Officer-in-charge. |
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What ensures accountability in inquiry slip system? |
Supervision by S.O. |
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When slips are sent to other provinces, what is required? |
English counterparts must be filled in. |
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PARA-275 |
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Rules for convicts against whom an order is passed under 356 Cr. P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023) |
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Under which section can a convict be ordered to notify residence? |
Section 356 Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023) |
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When is the order under Section 356 Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023) passed? |
At the time of sentencing. |
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What must the convict notify under Section 356 Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023)? |
His residence and any change or absence. |
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What is the maximum period for notification requirement? |
Five years from expiration of sentence. |
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From which date does the five-year period begin? |
From the date of expiration of sentence. |
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Who makes rules under Section 356 Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023)? |
Local Government. |
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Under which Jail Manual paragraph is release notice given? |
Paragraph 124 of Jail Manual. |
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Who gives release notice of convict? |
Superintendent of Jail. |
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To whom is release notice given? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the minimum notice period before release? |
Not less than two days. |
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Who deputes guard for released convict? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Under which rule is guard deputed? |
Rule 165 of Rules for Guards and Escorts. |
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Where is the convict taken after release? |
To Superintendent of Police or officer-in-charge at headquarters. |
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What must the convict intimate at headquarters? |
Village or mohalla of intended residence. |
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Who informs convict about conditions to be fulfilled? |
Officer concerned at headquarters. |
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What is entered on the copy of Section 356 Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023) order? |
District and local area notified. |
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Who forwards copy of Section 356 Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023) order? |
Jail authorities. |
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In which language is copy of rules given? |
Hindi or Urdu. |
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Who gives copy of rules to convict? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who finally releases the convict? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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After release, which rules must convict follow? |
Rules under Section 20 of Criminal Tribes Act, 1924. |
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Up to what period must convict comply with rules? |
Until expiration of term under Section 356 order. |
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Which category under Criminal Tribes Act is referred? |
Registered members liable under Section 10(b). |
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To whom must residence be notified? |
Police of old residence and new residence. |
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Must intended change of residence be notified? |
Yes. |
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Must absence from residence be notified? |
Yes. |
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What happens if convict refuses to comply? |
Punishable under Section 176 IPC (sec 211 BNS,2023) |
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Under which IPC section is punishment provided? |
Section 176 IPC. (sec 211 BNS,2023) |
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Can such convict be arrested without warrant? |
Yes. |
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Under which provision is arrest without warrant allowed? |
Section 41(1) Cr.P.C. (sec 35 BNSS,2023) |
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Is police officer empowered to arrest? |
Yes, any police officer. |
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Is warrant required for arrest under non-compliance? |
No. |
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What is the objective of Section 356 order? |
Surveillance and monitoring of convict. |
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Who records district and local area of residence? |
Officer concerned / Superintendent of Police. |
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Is compliance mandatory during prescribed term? |
Yes. |
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Does notification include change and intended change? |
Yes. |
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Does notification requirement extend to absence? |
Yes. |
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Is notification system linked to post-release surveillance? |
Yes. |
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Who ensures procedural compliance at release stage? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the core purpose of Para 275? |
Regulation and monitoring of released convicts under Section 356 Cr.P.C. Cr.P.C. (sec 394 BNSS,2023) |
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PARA-276 |
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Conditions under which convicts may be released before the expiry of their sentence |
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Under which section can a convict be released before expiry of sentence? |
Section 432 Cr.P.C. (SEC 473 BNSS,2023) |
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Which Jail Manual (year) governs such release? |
U.P. Jail Manual, 1941. |
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Which paragraphs of Jail Manual apply? |
Paras 189, 201–205. |
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Is acceptance of conditions mandatory before release? |
Yes. |
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In which forms are conditions prescribed? |
Form A and Form B. |
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What is Form A related to? |
Conditional remission within India. |
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What is Form B related to? |
Removal to specified State. |
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Under Form A, can convict commit offence? |
No. |
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Does Form A apply to offences in Indian States also? |
Yes. |
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Can convict associate with bad characters under Form A? |
No. |
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Can convict lead dissolute or evil life? |
No. |
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Must convict reside in specified district? |
Yes. |
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Who directs place of residence? |
Magistrate of the district. |
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Can convict leave residence without permission? |
No. |
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Whose written permission is required to leave limits? |
Magistrate or Superintendent of Police. |
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Must convict report periodically? |
Yes. |
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Who prescribes reporting time and place? |
District Magistrate or S.P. |
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Can reporting requirement be exempted? |
Yes, by District Magistrate. |
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Must convict comply with surveillance rules? |
Yes. |
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What kind of surveillance applies? |
Police surveillance for conditionally released convicts. |
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Who gives release notice to S.P.? |
Superintendent of Jail. |
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What is minimum notice period? |
Two days. |
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Should release be on Court holiday? |
No. |
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Who deputes guard on release? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Under which rule is guard deputed? |
Rule 165 (Guards & Escorts Rules). |
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Where is convict taken after release? |
To S.P. or officer-in-charge at headquarters. |
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Who informs convict of residence area? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Till when do surveillance rules apply? |
Till expiry of sentence or for life (if directed). |
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Which Act’s rules apply for surveillance? |
Criminal Tribes Act, 1924. |
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Which section of that Act is referred? |
Section 10(1)(b). |
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Which restriction section is mentioned? |
Section 11 of Criminal Tribes Act. |
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Before final release, convict is produced before whom? |
Magistrate. |
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Why is convict produced before Magistrate? |
For execution of final certificate (Form A). |
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What does Form B require? |
Convict to proceed to specified State. |
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Under Form B, can convict re-enter British India? |
Only with written permission. |
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Who grants permission under Form B? |
Specified officer. |
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Can breach of conditions lead to arrest? |
Yes. |
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Is warrant required for such arrest? |
No. |
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Who can arrest for breach? |
Any police officer. |
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To whom is arrest reported? |
District Magistrate. |
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Can District Magistrate detain convict? |
Yes. |
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Pending whose order is detention made? |
Government. |
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What may Government cancel? |
Convict’s remission. |
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After cancellation, what happens? |
Convict undergoes unexpired sentence. |
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Under which section is remand made? |
Section 401 (new 432) Cr.P.C. OR SEC 473 BNSS, 2023 |
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Is surveillance same as Criminal Tribes members? |
Yes. |
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Do such convicts maintain register sheets? |
No. |
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Are separate registers maintained? |
Yes. |
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Where are registers maintained? |
Police stations & HQ by Criminal Tribes Sub-Inspector. |
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When are particulars entered for Section 356 Cr.P.C (SEC 394 BNSS, 2023) convicts? |
At time of conviction. |
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Are Form A and Section 356 Cr.P.C (SEC 394 BNSS, 2023) surveillance similar? |
Yes. |
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Is S.P.’s attention specially drawn to Section 356 Cr.P.C (SEC 394 BNSS, 2023)? |
Yes. |
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Why is Section 356 Cr.P.C (SEC 394 BNSS, 2023) important? |
For effective surveillance. |
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Who should approach Court for Section 356 Cr.P.C (SEC 394 BNSS, 2023) order? |
Public Prosecutor. |
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In which cases should Section 356 Cr.P.C (SEC 394 BNSS, 2023) be applied? |
Wherever applicable. |
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What is the core purpose of Para 276? |
Conditional release, surveillance & control of convicts. |
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CHAPTER XXI |
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EXECUTION OF PROCESSES |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXI have in total? |
Para 277 to Para 282 |
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PARA 277 |
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RECOVERY OF FINE |
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Under which section is recovery treated as fine? |
Section 431 Cr.P.C., 1973/SEC 471 BNSS |
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What does Section 431 CRPC/471 BNSS deal with? |
Recovery of money payable under Cr.P.C./BNSS |
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Does Section 431 CRPC/471 BNSS apply only to fine? |
No. |
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What kind of amount is covered under Section 431 CRPC/471 BNSS? |
Amount (other than fine) payable under Cr.P.C/BNSS |
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When does Section 431 CRPC/471 BNSS apply? |
When recovery method is not otherwise provided. |
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If no recovery method is provided, how is amount recovered? |
As if it were a fine. |
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PARA 278 |
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EXECUTION OF WARRANTS OF RECOVERY |
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What is the mode of recovery mentioned in Para 278? |
Attachment and sale of movable property. |
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Through whom are recovery warrants ordinarily directed? |
Public Prosecutor. |
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To whom is the warrant directed? |
Police officer-in-charge of the circle. |
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Within which jurisdiction is warrant executed? |
Where property of offender is situated. |
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Can station officer endorse the warrant? |
Yes. |
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To whom can station officer endorse the warrant? |
Subordinate police officer. |
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What is the first step in execution of warrant? |
Demand payment of fine. |
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From whom is payment demanded? |
Person liable to pay fine. |
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What if payment is made on demand? |
Money deposited in nearest treasury/sub-treasury. |
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What happens after deposit of fine? |
Warrant returned to Court. |
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What must be written on returned warrant? |
Endorsement of execution. |
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What if payment is not made immediately? |
Movable property is attached. |
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Who attaches the movable property? |
Police officer bearing warrant. |
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Up to what extent is property attached? |
Sufficient to liquidate the fine. |
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After attachment, where is warrant returned? |
To the Magistrate. |
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What must officer note on warrant after attachment? |
Note of action taken. |
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Who orders sale of attached property? |
Magistrate. |
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Does police conduct the sale? |
No. |
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Who conducts the sale? |
Nazir or Kurk Amin. |
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Under whose authority is sale conducted? |
Magistrate’s orders. |
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PARA 279 |
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PROCESS AFTER PAYMENT OF MONEY INTO A TREASURY |
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What is sent with money deposited in treasury? |
Pass-book (High Court Form No. 3). |
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Is extract of pass-book required? |
Yes. |
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How many extracts are prepared? |
In duplicate. |
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Is separate extract required for each item? |
Yes. |
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Who receives money at treasury? |
Officer-in-charge of treasury/sub-treasury. |
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What does treasury officer do on receipt? |
Signs pass-book and one extract. |
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What happens to signed extract? |
Returned to police officer. |
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Who forwards returned extract to Court? |
Officer-in-charge of police station. |
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To which Court is extract sent? |
Court which ordered payment. |
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If Court is Sessions Court, to whom is extract sent? |
District Magistrate. |
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What does Magistrate issue on receiving extract? |
Check receipt. |
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Which form is used for check receipt? |
High Court Printed Form Part XVI, No. 3. |
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Can check receipt be in vernacular? |
Yes. |
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Can check receipt be in English? |
Yes. |
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Can receipt be bilingual? |
Yes. |
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Who writes amount in words and figures on receipt? |
Presiding Officer of the Court. |
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Must presiding officer write amount personally? |
Yes, with his own hand. |
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Is signature of presiding officer mandatory? |
Yes. |
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PARA 280 |
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SERVICE OF SUMMONS OUTSIDE THE LOCAL LIMITS OF THE JURISDICTION OF THE ISSUING COURT- |
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When does Para 280 apply? |
When summons is served outside issuing Court’s jurisdiction. |
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Who serves the summons outside jurisdiction? |
Police officer. |
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What must police officer make after service? |
Affidavit. |
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In which form is affidavit made? |
Form No. 42. |
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Before whom is affidavit made? |
Nearest Magistrate. |
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What documents are returned to issuing Court? |
Affidavit and duplicate summons. |
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PARA 281 |
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TIME FOR KEEPING WARRANT OF ARREST IN A NON-COGNIZABLE CASE |
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To which type of case does Para 281 apply? |
Non-cognizable case. |
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What document is referred to in Para 281? |
Warrant of arrest. |
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Can police keep warrant indefinitely? |
No. |
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What is the maximum period for keeping such warrant? |
Six weeks. |
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Can warrant be kept beyond six weeks for any reason? |
No. |
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What must happen if warrant is not executed? |
It must be returned to Court. |
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Is reason for non-execution required? |
Yes. |
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What type of reason must be reported? |
Full reason. |
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To whom is reason for non-execution reported? |
The Court. |
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PARA 282 |
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POLICE WILL REFUSE TO ACCEPT IRREGULAR PROCESSES |
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What is the main Para in Para 282? |
Police will refuse irregular processes. |
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Are recovery warrants of local bodies normally police duty? |
No. |
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Which local bodies are mentioned? |
Municipal, District Board, Cantonment Board, Notified/ Town Area. |
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Who must execute recovery warrants of local bodies? |
Staff of the concerned local body. |
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Is execution of such warrants generally police duty? |
No. |
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What is the exception to this Para? |
Warrant issued by Magistrate against defaulter residing outside jurisdiction. |
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When can police execute such warrant? |
When defaulter resides beyond local body jurisdiction. |
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Who issues warrant in exception case? |
Magistrate. |
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Does exception apply to all warrants? |
No, only specific case mentioned. |
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Can police accept irregular processes? |
No. |
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What must police do with irregular processes? |
Refuse to accept them. |
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Does this Para apply to service of processes? |
Yes. |
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Chapter XXII |
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RECORDS AND CONFIDENTIAL DOCUMENTS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXII have in total? |
Para 283 to Para 300 |
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PARA 283 |
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LIST OF REGISTERS TO BE KEPT IN POLICE STATIONS |
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What does Para 283 deal with? |
List of registers in police stations. |
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Where is the list of registers found? |
Appendix I. |
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Where is the list of returns found? |
Appendix II. |
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Are registers required to be kept at police stations? |
Yes. |
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Are police stations required to submit returns? |
Yes. |
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Does Para 283 itself list the registers? |
No. |
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Where should officers refer for detailed list? |
Appendices I and II. |
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PARA 284 |
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THE POLICE GAZETTE AND THE CRIMINAL INTELLIGENCE GAZETTE |
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Which gazettes are mentioned in Para 284? |
Police Gazette and Criminal Intelligence Gazette. |
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To whom are these gazettes supplied? |
Police stations. |
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Are police stations required to maintain these gazettes? |
Yes. |
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How many years’ volumes must be preserved? |
Five complete years. |
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Should incomplete or older volumes beyond five years be kept? |
No. |
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What should be done with volumes other than five complete years? |
Destroyed. |
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PARA 285 |
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ANNUAL PREPARATION OF CERTAIN LISTS |
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Where are annual lists prepared? |
Superintendent’s office. |
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From whom is information obtained for lists? |
District Magistrate. |
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How often are these lists prepared? |
Annually. |
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To whom are the lists sent? |
Every police station. |
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How long are lists kept at police station? |
Till close of the year. |
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Where are lists kept in police station? |
On a file in station office. |
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What does List (a) include? |
Persons exempted under Arms Act. |
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What additional names are included in List (a)? |
Licensed persons under Arms Act. |
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Does List (a) include licensed business holders? |
Yes. |
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What area is covered in List (a)? |
Limits of police station. |
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Are border police stations given extra list? |
Yes. |
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What extra list is given to border stations? |
Exempted persons in adjoining district stations. |
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What does List (b) include? |
Persons holding Excise or Opium licenses. |
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What must such persons be doing? |
Carrying on licensed business. |
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Within what limits is List (b) applicable? |
Limits of the circle. |
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What does List (c) contain? |
Public ferries within circle. |
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What additional detail is included in List (c)? |
Names of licensees. |
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PARA 286 |
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LIST OF DOCUMENTS TO BE KEPT ON FILE IN EVERY POLICE STATION |
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Where are the listed documents kept? |
Station house office. |
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Is maintenance of these lists mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What list of property is maintained? |
List of all Government property. |
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Are Acts and reference books listed? |
Yes. |
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Is list of rural beats maintained? |
Yes. |
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Are registers maintained at station listed? |
Yes. |
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Is list of reporting days for rural police kept? |
Yes. |
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Are details of officers and men recorded? |
Yes, with dates of posting. |
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Is inspection record maintained? |
Yes. |
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From which date are inspection records noted? |
Since December 31. |
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What must be shown about inspection? |
Whether annual or casual. |
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When should inspection entry be made? |
Immediately after inspection. |
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For how long is inspection list kept? |
For one additional year. |
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Are Acts applied to circle listed? |
Yes. |
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Is pay and reward distribution recorded? |
Yes. |
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Are History-sheeters Class A listed? |
Yes. |
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Are History-sheeters Class B listed? |
Yes. |
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Are leave applications filed? |
Yes. |
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Are reward applications filed? |
Yes. |
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Are good conduct allowances of chaukidars recorded? |
Yes. |
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Are convicted residents of circle recorded? |
Yes, inside or outside circle. |
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Are gazetted officer supervised cases listed? |
Yes. |
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Are snake-bite cases recorded? |
Yes. |
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Are wild animal death cases recorded? |
Yes. |
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Are cases under Stage Carriages Act listed? |
Yes. |
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Are cases under Motor Vehicles Act listed? |
Yes. |
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Is list of village guard maintained? |
Yes. |
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PARA 287 |
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SET UP OF NOTICE BOARD AT EVERY POLICE STATION |
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What must be set up at every police station? |
Notice board. |
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Where should the notice board be placed? |
In a conspicuous place. |
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What is displayed on the notice board? |
Proclamations and public notices. |
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Who is responsible for notice board maintenance? |
Officer-in-charge. |
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Can notices be removed when necessary? |
Yes. |
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Can notices be renewed when required? |
Yes. |
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When should notices be renewed? |
As occasion requires. |
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Which Act is specifically mentioned? |
Gambling Act. |
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Are all sections of Gambling Act included? |
No. |
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Which sections of Gambling Act are excluded? |
Sections 13 and 17. |
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When is special notice required under Gambling Act? |
When sections are extended to any place. |
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What must be stated in such notice? |
Boundaries of the place. |
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Where must this Gambling Act notice be displayed? |
On the notice board. |
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When should Gambling Act notice be renewed? |
When it becomes illegible. |
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PARA 288 |
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MAP OF POLICE STATION |
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What must be displayed in every police station? |
Map of station circle. |
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Where should the map be hung? |
On the wall of station office. |
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What should the map show? |
Position and boundaries of all villages. |
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Does the map cover entire station circle? |
Yes. |
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Is village boundary depiction mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What if station circle includes a town? |
Additional town map required. |
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What if station circle includes a city? |
Map of city or its part required. |
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What details must town/city map show? |
Mohallas and beats. |
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PARA 289 |
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A LIST OF FORMS SHOULD BE KEPT AT POLICE STATIONS |
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What must be kept at police stations as per Para 289? |
List of forms. |
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Is the list of forms included in this paragraph? |
No. |
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Where is the list of forms published? |
Published separately. |
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Are forms automatically supplied to police stations? |
No. |
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When should forms be supplied to police station? |
When stock in hand is low. |
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Should forms be supplied routinely on Government Press supply? |
No. |
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PARA 290 |
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PREPARATION OF INSPECTION BOOK AT EVERY POLICE STATION |
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What must be prepared at every police station under Para 290? |
An Inspection Book must be prepared at every police station. |
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Which additional book is prescribed besides the blank book under paragraph 9? |
An Inspection Book in authorized printed form must be kept. |
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For whom is the blank book under paragraph 9 prescribed? |
It is prescribed for inspection by Magistrates. |
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Who uses the Inspection Book mentioned in Para 290? |
It is used by departmental officers only. |
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In which forms is the Inspection Book maintained? |
In authorized printed Forms No. 25 and 35-A. |
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What type of inspections are recorded in the Inspection Book? |
Both detailed and casual inspections are recorded. |
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Who makes entries of inspections in the Inspection Book? |
Departmental police officers conducting inspections make entries. |
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Whose inspection notes must be forwarded to the District Magistrate? |
Notes of inspections made by gazetted police officers. |
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Who forwards the inspection notes to the District Magistrate? |
The Superintendent of Police forwards them. |
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To whom are the inspection notes of gazetted officers sent? |
To the District Magistrate. |
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PARA 291 |
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MAINTENANCE OF G.D. AND C.D |
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How must blank volumes of general and case diaries be marked on receipt? |
Each page must be stamped with the Superintendent’s office stamp. |
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Where must the received blank volumes be stocked? |
In the Superintendent’s record-room. |
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Where should the number of volumes received be noted? |
In the stock-book of registers and forms (Form No. 33-R). |
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What must be checked before stocking blank diary volumes? |
Ensure no pages have been abstracted. |
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How should blank volumes of diaries be kept? |
In safe custody. |
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What should the issue register show? |
Serial number and year of print of the volume issued. |
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What details are stamped on each page when a volume is issued? |
Name of district, police station/outpost, and date of issue. |
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Where should rubber stamps be kept? |
Under lock and key. |
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Who is responsible for the custody of rubber stamps? |
Gazetted officer-in-charge of the office. |
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How often should blank volumes be physically checked? |
Once a month. |
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Who checks the stock of blank volumes? |
Officer of Police Department not below gazetted rank. |
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Can a volume be issued without explicit orders? |
No. |
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Who must countersign the requisition for diaries? |
A gazetted officer. |
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How many spare volumes can a police station retain? |
Only one spare volume of each diary. |
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Is a spare copy issued to outposts? |
No. |
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How should case diaries be issued to investigating officers? |
One separate volume per officer. |
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What happens to a case diary on officer’s transfer? |
Handed over to successor; pages recorded in charge certificate. |
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What should circle officers check during casual inspections? |
Only one spare volume kept and not misused. |
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Who ensures pages are received in serial number order? |
Peshi clerks, verified by circle officers. |
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How many lines per Parad line are permitted in diaries? |
Only one line; no overwriting. |
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What must be done to unused Parad lines? |
Draw a horizontal line across them. |
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How should blank pages of returned volumes be treated? |
Cancelled under gazetted officer’s signature. |
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Can volumes with blank pages be retained at stations/outposts? |
Only if required for cases under trial. |
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Who cancels unused pages of diaries in such cases? |
Circle officer. |
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Purpose of cancelling blank pages? |
To prevent unauthorized use. |
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PARA 292 |
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NUMBERING ON G.D. AND C.D. AND A NOTE ON LAST PAGE SHOWING THE NUMBER OF PAGES |
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Which forms of diaries require page numbering check before distribution? |
General Diary (Form No. 217) and Case Diary (Form No. 342). |
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What must be done before blank volumes leave the Superintendent’s office? |
Pages must be carefully counted for numbering errors. |
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Where should the note about the number of pages and errors be made? |
At the beginning and end of each volume. |
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Who must sign the note on numbering and page count? |
Superintendent of Police or other gazetted officer. |
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PARA 293 |
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INDEX OF CASE DIARY |
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When should Form No. 280 be prefixed to a case diary? |
When a new volume of the case diary is brought into use. |
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PARA 294 |
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METHOD FOR WRITING GENERAL DIARY |
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In which form is the General Diary maintained? |
Police Form No. 217. |
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How many copies of the General Diary are written? |
In duplicate. |
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Who supervises the writing of the General Diary? |
Officer-in-charge of the station. |
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Who is responsible for the entries in the General Diary? |
Officer-in-charge, including the officer in temporary charge under Section 2, Cr. P.C/BNSS |
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What must the officer-in-charge do daily regarding the General Diary? |
Sign it. |
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Where does the duplicate copy of the General Diary remain? |
At the police station. |
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Where is the original copy of the General Diary sent? |
To the Superintendent, Assistant, or Deputy Superintendent-in-charge of the sub-division. |
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What should the General Diary record? |
Complete but brief record of police proceedings and reported or obtained information. |
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Should details in an FIR or case diary be repeated in the General Diary? |
No, except as specified in the following paragraph. |
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PARA 295 |
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RECORDING OF MATTERS IN GENERAL DIARY |
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What must be recorded about morning parade in the GD? |
Report of morning parade and cause of absence of any officer or man. |
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What verification is done by the officer-in-charge for GD entry? |
Verification of cash balance and inspection of malkhana. |
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Which routine assignments are recorded in the GD? |
Distribution of daily duties and grant of casual leave. |
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What movements of police personnel are recorded? |
Departure and return on duty, transfer, or leave. |
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What type of duty reports are recorded? |
Beat duty, process-serving, inspection, and investigation. |
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What administrative change is recorded in the GD? |
Transfer of charge of the police station or head moharrir’s duties. |
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Which postings of sentries are recorded? |
Postings and relief of sentries under sub-inspector or head constable supervision. |
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How is cash handled in GD? |
Receipt and disbursement of cash. |
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How is property taken by police recorded? |
Brief details of property and action taken to dispose it. |
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What arrests are recorded in the GD? |
All arrests made at the police station. |
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How are prisoner movements recorded? |
Arrival/departure of prisoners, with reasons for handcuffing or not. |
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Which prisoner admissions are noted? |
Admission of prisoners to bail at the station. |
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What offence details are recorded? |
Reports of offences with check receipt number, village distance/direction, and number of cognizable offences reported during the year. |
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What other occurrences are recorded? |
All occurrences required by law or needing police, magistracy, or district authorities’ attention. |
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What action is recorded in GD? |
Action taken on reports. |
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How are papers documented in GD? |
Details of papers received and dispatched. |
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Which inspections are recorded? |
Inspections by gazetted officers and inspectors. |
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Which lists are recorded on 1st and 16th of every month? |
List of outstanding references and orders. |
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What property statements are recorded on 1st and 16th of every month? |
Statement of all property in malkhana pending disposal. |
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PARA 296 |
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ENTRIES IN GENERAL DIARY |
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When should reports be entered in the GD during the day? |
Immediately on the occurrence of events. |
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Which events must be entered immediately at night? |
All offences and events requiring immediate action by officer-in-charge. |
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What movements of prisoners, money, and property are recorded at night? |
Arrival or dispatch of prisoners, money, and property. |
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Which postings are recorded at night? |
Posting and relief of sentries under paragraph 59 by an officer. |
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PARA 297 |
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CLOSING OF GENERAL DIARY |
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When should the General Diary be closed each day by default? |
At sunset. |
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Who can prescribe a different closing time for the General Diary? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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What happens to entries made during the night after the GD is closed? |
They form part of the next day’s General Diary. |
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Can the time of GD closure be adjusted to suit postal or dispatch requirements? |
Yes, as prescribed by the Superintendent. |
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Are night entries ignored if made after sunset? |
No, they are recorded in the following day’s diary. |
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PARA 298 |
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ANY ENTRY IN THE G.D. COMING TO THE NOTICE OF D.M., S.P. MAY SEND THE DIARY IN ORIGINAL TO D.M |
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Who may send an entry of the General Diary to the District or Sub-Divisional Magistrate? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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In what form can the GD entry be sent to the Magistrate? |
Either the original diary or a copy of the entry. |
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When should a GD entry be sent to the Magistrate? |
Whenever it needs to be brought to the notice of the Magistrate. |
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Can the Superintendent choose between sending the original GD or a copy? |
Yes, at their discretion. |
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Is it mandatory to always send the original GD to the Magistrate? |
No, a copy may be sent instead. |
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PARA 299 |
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PROCEDURE FOR PRODUCTION OF G.D. BEFORE COURT |
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Who can be served a summons to produce a police diary? |
Superintendent of Police or a subordinate officer. |
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Can evidence from the G.D. be used in Court? |
Yes, unless the Superintendent withholds it for valid reasons. |
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What should be done for documents from higher authorities before producing in Court? |
Obtain consent from Government of India or State Government through official channel. |
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When is higher authority consent not required for documents? |
If papers are for publication or are purely formal/routine in nature. |
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Can the Superintendent produce correspondence involving confidential or disputed matters? |
No, if disclosure is detrimental to public interest or under dispute. |
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What should the Superintendent do if in doubt about producing a document? |
Refer to Inspector-General of Police for orders. |
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How can the Superintendent claim privilege in Court? |
Appear personally or issue an order explaining he cannot produce documents or give evidence. |
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Must the summoned documents still be taken to Court when privilege is claimed? |
Yes, the papers must accompany the witness. |
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Should the Superintendent correspond with the Court regarding grounds for privilege? |
No, he must abstain and follow prescribed procedure. |
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Can another officer attend Court with documents instead of the Superintendent? |
Yes, with proper authorization and certificate. |
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What must a Government servant do when attending Court with withheld documents? |
Produce the order issued by Superintendent and explain inability to give evidence. |
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Who decides if the disclosure of G.D. documents is detrimental to public interest? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Is production of G.D. mandatory in all cases? |
No, only when not detrimental or authorized by law. |
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Does the Superintendent have discretion in producing G.D. entries? |
Yes, based on public interest and valid reasons. |
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What types of papers require higher government consent? |
Papers from Governor, Secretary of State, Government of India, Provincial Government, or foreign/dominion governments. |
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How should confidential papers be treated when summoned by Court? |
They should not be produced if detrimental to public interest or under dispute. |
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Is privilege claim applicable only to G.D. entries? |
No, also to related correspondence and documents. |
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Who ensures proper procedure when documents are withheld in Court? |
Superintendent of Police or authorized officer with certificate. |
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PARA 300 |
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IDENTITY OF SOURCES AND AGENTS WILL BE CONFIDENTIAL |
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Who should know the identity of sources and agents supplying secret information? |
Only the officers who employ them and officers authorized by the head of Police Force. |
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Can police members disclose sources of secret information? |
No, except under special or general orders of the Inspector-General of Police. |
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Can confidential records or documents be transmitted to outsiders? |
No, except under special or general orders of the Inspector-General of Police. |
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What precautions must be taken when transmitting secret information outside the Force? |
Greatest care to avoid exposure of source or channel; reports must be summarized or paraphrased. |
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Can original reports or copies be sent outside the Force? |
No, original reports or copies shall on no account be transmitted. |
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Is it permissible to disclose sources within the Police Force without authorization? |
No, only authorized officers may know. |
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What principle does this section emphasize in police procedure? |
Confidentiality of sources and protection of secret information. |
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Who can give orders to disclose confidential sources or documents? |
Inspector-General of Police. |
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What should be done to reports before transmitting outside the Force? |
Summarize or paraphrase them to protect source identity. |
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What is universally recognized regarding police secrecy? |
That the identity of sources and agents must be strictly protected. |
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Chapter XXIII |
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ACCOUNTS KEPT AT POLICE STATION |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXIII have in total? |
Para 301 to Para 308 |
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PARA 301 |
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ENTRY OF RECEIVED AND DISBURSED AMOUNT IN CASH BOOK OF POLICE STATION |
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What is the subject matter of Para 301? |
Entry of received and disbursed amounts in the police station cash book. |
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Where must all amounts received be entered? |
In the cash book of the police station. |
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Where must all amounts disbursed be recorded? |
In the cash book, Form No. 224. |
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Which form is prescribed for maintaining the cash book? |
Form No. 224. |
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When should the received amount be entered in the cash book? |
Immediately upon receipt. |
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When should the disbursed amount be entered? |
Immediately upon disbursement. |
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At what level is the cash book maintained? |
At the police station level. |
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Is delay in entry of cash transactions permissible under Para 301? |
No, entries must be made immediately. |
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What must be shown at the end of each month? |
Details of the balance in hand. |
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What does “balance in hand” refer to? |
The cash remaining at the end of the month. |
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PARA 302 |
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THE DESCRIPTION OF CASH RECEIVED IN POLICE STATION SHOULD BE ENTERED IN G.D. BY HEAD CONSTABLE STATION WRITER |
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What must be entered in the General Diary (G.D.) on receipt of cash? |
The description of cash received at the police station. |
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Who is responsible for entering cash details in the G.D.? |
The Head Constable, Station Writer. |
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What must be recorded regarding the receipt of cash? |
The hour of its arrival. |
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What must be recorded regarding disbursement on the date of receipt? |
The amounts disbursed on that date. |
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What financial position must be noted in the G.D.? |
The balance in hand. |
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What must be recorded if the entire sum is not disbursed? |
The reasons for not paying away the whole sum. |
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When must subsequent disbursements be entered in the diary? |
At the time they are paid. |
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Is delayed entry of disbursement permissible under Para 302? |
No, it must be entered at the time of payment. |
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Does Para 302 mandate recording both receipt and expenditure? |
Yes. |
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Which records must contain entries relating to cash transactions? |
The Cash Book and the General Diary. |
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Who must check entries made in the cash-book and G.D.? |
The Station Officer. |
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When must the Station Officer check the entries? |
As soon as they are made. |
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What if entries are made during the Station Officer’s absence? |
He must check them upon his return. |
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What must the Station Officer do after scrutiny of the cash-book? |
Sign the cash-book. |
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What must the Station Officer verify during scrutiny? |
All transactions that occurred during his absence. |
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PARA 303 |
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KEEPING OF UNDISBURSED BALANCE |
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What does Para 303 deal with? |
Keeping of undisbursed balance at the police station. |
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Where must the undisbursed balance be kept? |
In a strong-box under lock and key. |
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How must the strong-box be secured? |
Under lock and key. |
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Who must verify the undisbursed balance daily? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the station. |
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How frequently must the balance be verified? |
Daily. |
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Where should the strong-box be placed? |
Where the sentry can see it. |
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Why must the strong-box be visible to the sentry? |
To ensure security and supervision. |
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How must the strong-box be physically secured? |
It should be attached to a post or the ground by a chain. |
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What is the purpose of chaining the strong-box? |
To prevent removal or theft. |
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Who keeps the key of the strong-box? |
The senior officer present at the station. |
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PARA 304 |
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THE RECEIPT AND EXPENDITURE OF POSTAGE SERVICE SHOULD BE SHOWN IN THE CASH BOOK |
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What is the subject matter of Para 304? |
Receipt and expenditure of postage service at the police station. |
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Where must the receipt of postage service be recorded? |
In the cash book. |
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Where must the expenditure of postage service be recorded? |
In the cash book. |
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Which items are specifically mentioned under Para 304? |
Postage service, labels, and postcards. |
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How should postage labels be treated for accounting purposes? |
As if they were money. |
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How should postcards be treated in the cash book? |
As if they were money. |
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PARA 305 |
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PERMANENT ADVANCE FOR VARIOUS WORKS |
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What is the subject matter of Para 305? |
Permanent advance for various works. |
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Who receives the permanent advance under Para 305? |
Officers-in-Charge of police stations and Reserve Inspectors. |
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From whom is the permanent advance received? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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For what purpose is the permanent advance granted? |
To meet specified official expenses. |
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PARA 306 |
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THE BOOK OF CHEQUES |
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What does Para 306 deal with? |
The book of cheques at police stations. |
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In which form is the cheque book maintained? |
Form No. 11. |
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Where must the cheque book be kept? |
Under lock and key at each police station. |
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Whose seal must be impressed on each page of the cheque book? |
The Superintendent’s office seal. |
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On which pages is the seal impressed? |
Both original and duplicate pages. |
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When is the seal impressed on the cheque book? |
Before issuance to the police station. |
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For what purpose are cheques issued? |
To recoup the permanent advance. |
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How many cheques must be issued for recoupment? |
A separate cheque for each class of charges. |
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Who sends the cheque to headquarters? |
A police officer. |
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To whom is the cheque first presented at headquarters? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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What must the Public Prosecutor verify? |
The cheque with the case papers. |
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What endorsement must the Public Prosecutor make? |
Date of arrival, amount payable, payee’s name, and signature. |
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What record must the Public Prosecutor maintain? |
A register of cheques. |
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What details must be entered in the cheque register? |
Number, date, presentation date, purpose, payee, amount, and bearer’s signature/seal. |
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Before payment, to whom is the cheque laid (except intestate property cases)? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Who finally makes payment on the cheque? |
The Accountant. |
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From which fund is payment made? |
The district’s permanent advance. |
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Where does the Accountant record payment? |
In the contingent register. |
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Whose receipt must be obtained by the Accountant? |
The payee’s receipt. |
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To whom may the Accountant make payment? |
Only to the officer named on the cheque. |
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Who carries the money back to the police station? |
The police officer who presented the cheque. |
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What procedure applies for prisoners or corpses sent elsewhere? |
The receiving officer records details on the back of the cheque. |
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What must be recorded on the back of such cheque? |
Date of receipt, amount due, officer’s name, and signature. |
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After such endorsement, to whom is the cheque sent? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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What does the Public Prosecutor do after receiving such cheque? |
Enters it in his register and forwards it for recoupment. |
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Where is the cheque forwarded after entry in the register? |
The Superintendent’s office. |
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What is the purpose of forwarding to Superintendent’s office? |
Recoupment and remittance to dispatching station. |
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What is the special Para for intestate property charges? |
Cheques are presented at the Court of the District Judge. |
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PARA 307 |
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SUBMISSION OF CHEQUES ISSUED BY S.O |
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What does Para 307 deal with? |
Submission of memorandum of cheques issued by the Station Officer. |
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When must the memorandum of issued cheques be submitted? |
On the 1st of each month. |
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Who must submit the memorandum? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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To whom is the memorandum submitted? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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In which form is the memorandum prepared? |
Form No. 198. |
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What period does the memorandum cover? |
Cheques issued in the previous month. |
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Who checks the memorandum after submission? |
The Superintendent or an officer not below the rank of Inspector. |
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With which record is the memorandum checked? |
The Public Prosecutor’s register. |
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What is the purpose of checking with the prosecutor’s register? |
To verify authenticity and correctness of cheques issued. |
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Does Para 307 ensure supervisory control over cheque issuance? |
Yes. |
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Is submission of monthly memorandum mandatory? |
Yes. |
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Does Para 307 apply to Government Railway Police? |
Yes, insofar as expenditure is incurred under relevant heads. |
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Under which circumstances do Paras 305 and 306 apply to Railway Police? |
When expenditure is incurred under heads mentioned in Para 305. |
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From whom is the permanent advance recouped for Railway Police? |
From or through the Superintendent of Police of the concerned district. |
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Which district’s Superintendent handles recoupment for Railway Police? |
The district in which the railway police station is situated. |
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Are there exceptions for certain railway police stations? |
Yes, where special orders are issued. |
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In special railway cases, to whom is the memorandum forwarded? |
The Superintendent of Police from or through whom recoupment is effected. |
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PARA 308 |
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MAINTENANCE OF ACCOUNTS IN RESERVE LINES |
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What does Para 308 deal with? |
Maintenance of accounts in Reserve Lines. |
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How are accounts in Reserve Lines maintained? |
In the same manner as prescribed for police stations. |
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Who performs the duties of Officer-in-Charge in Reserve Lines? |
The Reserve Inspector. |
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Who performs the duties of Head Constable Station Writer in Reserve Lines? |
The Lines Moharrir. |
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Does the Reserve Inspector hold a permanent advance? |
Yes. |
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For what purpose is the permanent advance held in Reserve Lines? |
To meet expenses enumerated in Para 305. |
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Which duties of Station Officer are discharged by the Reserve Inspector? |
Duties under Paras 306 and 307. |
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Who keeps the book of cheques in Reserve Lines? |
The Reserve Inspector. |
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Under what condition must the cheque book be kept? |
Under lock and key. |
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Which Police Forms are used for the book of cheques? |
Police Form Nos. 304 and 320. |
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How is the permanent advance recouped in Reserve Lines? |
By means of cheques. |
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To whom are such cheques sent for check and endorsement? |
The Public Prosecutor. |
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How is payment made after endorsement? |
As laid down in Para 306. |
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Is the payment procedure in Reserve Lines different from police stations? |
No, it is the same as Para 306. |
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Who must submit the monthly memorandum in Form 198? |
The Reserve Inspector. |
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To whom is the monthly memorandum submitted? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Which Para prescribes submission of Form 198? |
Para 307. |
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CHAPTER XXIV |
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INDIAN STATES |
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This chapter consist para 309 to para 321, which was deleted from the Police Regulation. |
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Chapter XXV |
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REPORTING AND REGISTRATION OF BIRTHS AND DEATHS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXV have in total? |
Para 322 to Para 327 |
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PARA 322 |
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REGISTRATION OF BIRTHS AND DEATHS |
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What does Para 322 deal with? |
Registration and reporting of births and deaths. |
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In which areas does Para 322 apply? |
Areas outside municipality, notified area, town area, or cantonment. |
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Who is responsible for reporting births and deaths under Para 322? |
The Village Chaukidar. |
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To whom must births be reported? |
The President of the Gaon Sabha. |
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If the President is absent, to whom is the report made? |
The Vice-President or Secretary of the Gaon Sabha. |
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When must births or deaths be reported? |
At the earliest opportunity. |
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Does Para 322 apply within municipal limits? |
No. |
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What is the reporting authority in rural areas? |
The Gaon Sabha authorities. |
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What additional duty arises if the deceased was a Government pensioner? |
Immediate report to the Station Officer. |
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What if the deceased was a non-commissioned officer of the Indian Army? |
The Chaukidar must report to the Station Officer. |
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What if the deceased was a private of the Indian Army on leave? |
Immediate report to the Station Officer. |
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What if the deceased was a foreigner? |
Immediate report to the Station Officer. |
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Is reporting to the Station Officer mandatory in special cases? |
Yes. |
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What is the primary function of the Village Chaukidar under Para 322? |
Reporting births and deaths. |
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PARA 323. [Omitted] |
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PARA 324. [Omitted] |
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PARA 325 |
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REPORTS OF DEATH OR DISAPPEARANCE OF A PENSIONER SHOULD BE ENTERED IN THE GENERAL DIARY |
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What does Para 325 deal with? |
Reporting of death or disappearance of a pensioner. |
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Who must act upon receiving report of death or disappearance of a pensioner? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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Does Para 325 apply within municipal limits? |
Yes. |
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Does Para 325 apply outside municipal limits? |
Yes. |
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Where must the report be entered? |
In the General Diary. |
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Is entry in the General Diary mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What events concerning a pensioner must be recorded? |
Death or disappearance. |
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After entry in the General Diary, to whom must the fact be reported? |
The Tahsildar. |
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How soon must the report be sent to the Tahsildar? |
Without delay. |
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What is the duty of the Tahsildar upon receiving such report? |
To take steps to verify it. |
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PARA 326 |
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ON RECEIVING INFORMATION REGARDING THE DEATH OF ANY INDIAN NON-COMMISSIONED OFFICER, S.O. SHALL IMMEDIATELY REPORT TO S.P |
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What does Para 326 deal with? |
Reporting death of Indian Army NCO or private on leave. |
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Who must act upon receiving such information? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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From whom may the information be received? |
A Chaukidar or Constable. |
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Whose death is specifically covered under Para 326? |
An Indian non-commissioned officer or private of the Indian Army on leave. |
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To whom must the Officer-in-Charge report the death? |
The Superintendent of Police (S.P.) of the district. |
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How soon must the report be made to the S.P.? |
Immediately. |
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Through whom does the S.P. communicate the information further? |
Through the District Magistrate. |
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To whom is the information ultimately conveyed? |
The Officer Commanding the deceased’s regiment. |
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What is the channel of communication prescribed? |
S.O. → S.P. → District Magistrate → Regimental Officer. |
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Is delay in reporting permissible? |
No. |
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What additional materials must be forwarded? |
Official papers given by the relatives of the deceased. |
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When must official papers be forwarded? |
At the same time as the report. |
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PARA 327 |
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ON RECEIVING INFORMATION REGARDING THE DEATH OF A FOREIGNER, THE S.O. SHALL IMMEDIATELY REPORT TO S.P |
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What does Para 327 deal with? |
Reporting the death of a foreigner. |
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Who must act upon receiving information of a foreigner’s death? |
The Station Officer (S.O.). |
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To whom must the S.O. report the death? |
The Superintendent of Police (S.P.). |
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How soon must the report be submitted? |
Immediately. |
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What must the S.O. ascertain regarding the deceased? |
Full particulars of the deceased. |
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What must be ascertained about the cause of death? |
The exact cause of death. |
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What nationality-related detail must be verified? |
The nationality of the deceased. |
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Who forwards the information to the Criminal Investigation Department? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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What additional responsibility lies with the S.P.? |
To try to recover identity documents and registration papers. |
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What property-related information must be obtained? |
Full particulars of the deceased’s property. |
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What family-related information must be obtained? |
Details of the next-of-kin. |
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To whom are identity documents and related information forwarded? |
The Criminal Investigation Department (C.I.D.). |
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Chapter XXVI |
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DIRECTION FOR THE GUIDANCE OF POLICE OFFICERS IN TIME OF FAMINE |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXVI have in total? |
Para 328 to Para 337 |
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PARA 328 |
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DIRECTION FOR GUIDANCE OF POLICE OFFICERS IN THE TIME OF FAMINE |
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What does Para 328 deal with? |
Duties of police officers during famine. |
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Who opens test works and poor-houses during famine? |
The Collector. |
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What financial assistance is provided for famine relief? |
Famine imprest. |
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To whom does the Collector send famine imprest? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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For what purpose is famine imprest distributed? |
Relief of wanderers in distress. |
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Who distributes famine imprest to police stations? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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Who recoups the advance at station level? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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From where does the S.P. recoup his imprest? |
From the Collector. |
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What instructions must the S.O. give to chaukidars? |
To direct starving wanderers to the nearest relief place. |
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What are examples of relief places? |
Poor-houses, relief works, or police stations. |
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What system must be organized during famine? |
Patrols by beat constables. |
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Where should patrols search for starving wanderers? |
Roads, rest-houses, sarais, lanes, and villages. |
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Can constables compel wanderers to go to relief centers? |
No. |
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What if a wanderer refuses to go to relief? |
He must be left alone. |
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What if a wanderer is too weak to walk? |
He should be assisted or carried. |
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From which fund can conveyance cost be paid? |
Famine imprest. |
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Can food expenses during transit be paid from famine imprest? |
Yes. |
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Can constables incur urgent expenses without prior approval? |
Yes. |
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PARA 329 |
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DUTY OF POLICE OFFICER WHEN A WANDERER IN DISTRESS COMES OR IS BROUGHT TO A POLICE STATION. |
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What does Para 329 deal with? |
Duty of police when a wanderer in distress comes to a police station. |
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What must be done if a wanderer is in need of food? |
He should be fed. |
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After feeding, where should the wanderer be directed? |
To the nearest poor-house or relief work. |
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What if the wanderer refuses to go to relief though able to walk? |
He should not be fed. |
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Why should such a wanderer not be fed repeatedly? |
To prevent misuse and avoid discouraging relief-house attendance. |
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Should police encourage wanderers to obtain food repeatedly from stations? |
No. |
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If the person is fit for work, where should he go? |
To a relief work. |
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If the person is too weak to work, where should he go? |
To a poor-house. |
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From which fund can conveyance cost be paid? |
The famine imprest. |
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When can conveyance cost be paid from imprest? |
When the wanderer is too feeble to walk. |
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Who decides the type of food to be given? |
The Officer-in-Charge. |
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What kind of food should be given to weak persons? |
Easily digestible food. |
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Can money be given instead of food? |
Yes, if appropriate. |
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On what basis is food or money given? |
As deemed suitable by the Officer-in-Charge. |
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What is the maximum limit of food cost or cash payment? |
Not exceeding the dependent’s allowance prescribed in Famine Code. |
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Which Code prescribes the dependent’s allowance limit? |
The Revised Famine Code, U.P., 1912. |
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PARA 330 |
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EVERY S.O. OF A POLICE STATION SHOULD SEND WEEKLY REPORT TO S.P. IN FORM E- VI |
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What does Para 330 deal with? |
Weekly report by Station Officer to Superintendent of Police. |
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Who must send the weekly report? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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To whom is the weekly abstract sent? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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In which form is the weekly abstract prepared? |
Form No. E-VI. |
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On what paper is Form E-VI printed? |
Orange paper. |
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From where are copies of Form E-VI obtained? |
Government Central Press or Superintendent of Police. |
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Who distributes the forms to police stations? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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How should conveyance expenditure be shown? |
Separately. |
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When must the abstract reach headquarters? |
On Sunday. |
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What does the S.P. do after receiving the abstract? |
Submits an account to the Collector. |
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When must the S.P.’s account reach the Collector? |
By Monday morning. |
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What financial action does the S.P. take after submission? |
Makes remittance to recoup the imprest. |
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What if the imprest is exhausted before remittance arrives? |
The S.O. must immediately report the fact. |
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Can the S.O. spend money from other funds in anticipation? |
Yes. |
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What additional list must accompany Form E-VI? |
Names and residences of persons relieved and sums spent. |
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Who must be listed in the accompanying statement? |
All men, women, and children relieved. |
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What if no one has been relieved during the week? |
A report stating the abstract is blank must be sent. |
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PARA 331 |
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POLICE MAY BE EMPLOYED IN GUARDING TREASURE CHEST ON RELIEF |
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What does Para 331 deal with? |
Employment of police at relief works. |
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Who has the authority to employ police at relief works? |
The Collector. |
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For what primary purpose may police be employed at relief works? |
Guarding the treasure chest. |
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Can police be employed to maintain order at relief works? |
Yes, if the Collector sees fit. |
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Is employment of police for maintaining order the general Para? |
No. |
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What is the general Para regarding police use for maintaining order at relief works? |
They will not, as a Para, be so employed. |
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Can police be used as patrols to enforce conservancy agreements? |
No. |
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PARA 332 |
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MONEY RECEIVED FROM COLLECTOR SHOULD BE DISBURSED PROMPTLY |
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What does Para 332 deal with? |
Prompt disbursement of money received from the Collector. |
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From whom may money be received for distribution? |
The Collector or under his order. |
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For what purpose is such money received? |
Distribution to persons entrusted with village relief. |
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How should the money be kept after receipt? |
Kept for the intended recipients. |
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When should the money be disbursed? |
As soon as the recipients arrive. |
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Is delay in disbursement permitted under Para 332? |
No. |
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Who are the intended recipients of the money? |
Persons entrusted with village relief. |
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What is the primary obligation of the officer receiving the money? |
Prompt disbursement. |
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Are instructions issued regarding receipts? |
Yes. |
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Are instructions issued regarding accounts? |
Yes. |
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Who issues instructions regarding receipts and accounts? |
Competent authority under the Collector. |
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PARA 333 |
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UNCLAIMED BODIES SHOULD BE BURNT OR BURIED BY THE POLICE ACCORDING TO THE RELIGION OF THE DECEASED |
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What does Para 333 deal with? |
Disposal of unclaimed bodies. |
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Who is responsible for disposal of unclaimed bodies? |
The police. |
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How should unclaimed bodies be disposed of? |
By burning or burying. |
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On what basis should the mode of disposal be decided? |
According to the religion of the deceased. |
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Is religious custom to be respected in disposal? |
Yes. |
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Can police choose the mode of disposal arbitrarily? |
No. |
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From which fund is the expenditure met? |
Permanent advance of the police station. |
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For what purpose is the permanent advance generally granted? |
Transport of wounded and accused persons, etc. |
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Can the famine imprest be used for this expenditure? |
No. |
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PARA 334 |
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IF FAMINE RELIEF SERIOUSLY INCREASES THE DUTIES OF THE POLICE S.O. MAY APPLY TO S.P. FOR EXTRA FORCE |
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What does Para 334 deal with? |
Increase of police staff during famine relief. |
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When does Para 334 apply? |
When famine relief seriously increases police duties. |
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Who may apply for extra force under Para 334? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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To whom is the application for extra staff made? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA 335 |
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BALANCE MONEY OF RELIEF OPERATIONS SHOULD BE DEPOSITED IN TREASURY |
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What does Para 335 deal with? |
Deposit of balance money after relief operations. |
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When does Para 335 become applicable? |
After closure of relief operations. |
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Who must refund the balance amount? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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What balance is required to be refunded? |
Balance of the famine imprest. |
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Where should the balance amount be deposited? |
In the sub-treasury. |
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Can the balance be paid to any other authority? |
Yes, to the Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA 336 |
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PERIODICAL REPORTS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED FROM POLICE STATION TO S.P. |
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What does Para 336 deal with? |
Submission of periodical reports to the S.P. |
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Who must submit periodical reports under Para 336? |
Police stations. |
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To whom are these reports submitted? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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On whose direction are the dates of submission fixed? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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What economic factor affecting crime must be reported? |
Increase in crime due to rise in prices or scarcity of food. |
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Must wandering of needy persons be reported? |
Yes. |
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What type of wandering must be reported? |
Wandering of needy or starving persons. |
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Is emigration from the police circle reportable? |
Yes. |
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Is immigration into the police circle reportable? |
Yes. |
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What demographic change must be reported? |
Unusual increase in mortality. |
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Are cases of starvation required to be reported? |
Yes. |
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Must severe want be reported? |
Yes. |
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Is decline in symptoms of scarcity also reportable? |
Yes. |
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PARA 337 |
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S.O. SHOULD ASSIST THE OFFICER-IN-CHARGE OF FAMINE RELIEF |
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What does Para 337 deal with? |
Assistance by Station Officer in famine relief administration. |
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Who is required to assist in famine relief? |
The Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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What must the S.O. report under Para 337? |
Important facts connected with famine administration. |
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Should the S.O. report growth of distress? |
Yes. |
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Should the S.O. report decline of distress? |
Yes. |
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To whom are important famine facts reported? |
District authorities. |
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When must the S.O. report such facts? |
When he thinks authorities ought to know and do not know. |
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Does Para 337 impose a proactive reporting duty? |
Yes. |
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Whom should the S.O. assist in famine work? |
The officer-in-charge of famine relief. |
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How should the S.O. assist in spreading information? |
By informing people about relief works and poor-houses. |
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What locations must be publicized? |
Sites of relief works and poor-houses. |
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Should the S.O. encourage the people? |
Yes. |
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What must the S.O. prevent during famine? |
Scares and panic. |
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CHAPTER XXVII |
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DUTIES UNDER SPECIAL ACTS AND RULES |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXVII have in total? |
Para 338 to Para 369 |
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PARA 338 |
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A LIST OF ACTS OR PORTION OF ACTS SHOULD BE KEPT IN POLICE OFFICE AND S.P. OFFICE |
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What does Para 338 deal with? |
Maintenance of list of certain Acts in police offices. |
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Where must the list of Acts be kept? |
In the office of the Superintendent of Police and each police station. |
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What type of Acts must be listed? |
Acts or portions of Acts concerning the police. |
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Do the listed Acts extend throughout the province? |
No. |
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To what area do such Acts extend? |
Whole or part of the district or station. |
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Must the list include partial Acts? |
Yes. |
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Is it mandatory to maintain this list? |
Yes. |
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What is the purpose of maintaining such a list? |
Administrative and legal clarity. |
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Should the boundaries of applicability be mentioned? |
Yes. |
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When must boundaries be specified in the list? |
When the Act does not apply to the whole district or station. |
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PARA 339 |
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IF EUROPEAN DESERTER IS ARRESTED, HE MUST BE TAKEN BEFORE A JUSTICE OF THE PEACE |
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What does Para 339 deal with? |
Procedure upon arrest of military deserters. |
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Who must a European deserter be produced before? |
A Justice of the Peace. |
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From which forces may the deserter belong? |
Army, Navy, Air Force or Indian Marine Service. |
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What document must the Justice of the Peace prepare? |
Descriptive return. |
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Under which Schedule is the descriptive return prescribed? |
Fourth Schedule of the Army Act. |
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Under which Section is the requirement mandated? |
Section 163(i) of the Army Act. |
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Who must sign the descriptive return? |
The Justice of the Peace. |
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To whom is the descriptive return sent? |
Officer Commanding the Military district or station. |
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Where should the Court be situated? |
In the same district or station. |
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Who must an Indian deserter be produced before? |
A First-Class Magistrate. |
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PARA 340 |
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WHEN A PERSON SUBJECT TO MILITARY LAW DESERTS THE OFFICER COMMANDING WILL IMMEDIATELY INFORM TO LOCAL AND RAILWAY POLICE |
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What does Para 340 deal with? |
Reporting of desertion by persons subject to military law. |
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Who must report a military deserter? |
Officer Commanding the corps. |
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To whom is the deserter reported? |
Local and railway police. |
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When must the report be made? |
Immediately upon desertion. |
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What type of person does Para 340 apply to? |
Persons subject to military law. |
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What action is taken by the police on receipt of report? |
Superintendent takes expedient action. |
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PARA 341 |
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REWARD FOR APPREHENSION OF DESERTER |
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What does Para 341 deal with? |
Reward for apprehending military deserters. |
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What is the amount of reward for apprehension? |
Rs. 5. |
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Who qualifies for this reward? |
Combatants including reservists, non-combatant enrolled personnel, and men of the Indian Hospital Corps. |
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Does the reward apply to a deserter who surrenders voluntarily? |
No. |
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Which edition of regulations is referenced? |
Pay and Allowance Regulations for the Army in India, 1938, Part II, paragraph 233. |
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What happens if a third party provides information leading to apprehension? |
One-half of the reward is paid to the informant. |
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PARA 342 |
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PROCEDURE, WHEN A DESERTER IS APPREHENDED BY THE POLICE |
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What does Para 342 deal with? |
Procedure for handling deserters apprehended by police. |
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Who must be notified when a deserter is apprehended? |
The Commanding Officer of the deserter’s unit. |
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Who notifies the Commanding Officer? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What information is sent along with the notification? |
Name and address of persons entitled to the reward. |
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When is the reward remitted? |
As soon as the deserter reaches his unit. |
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How is the reward sent? |
By money order. |
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Who receives the money order acknowledgment? |
Audit authorities. |
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What does the money order acknowledgment serve as? |
Sufficient voucher for reward and money order fee. |
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Who should inform the Superintendent of Police upon receiving reward? |
The police officer or man entitled to the reward. |
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Why must the police inform the Superintendent? |
To refer any delay in payment to the Officer Commanding. |
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Who ensures no delay in remitting rewards? |
Officer Commanding Units. |
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From where is the reward paid if unit has an imprest? |
From their imprest. |
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What happens if ready money is not available? |
Police authority may pay from police funds. |
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Under which Indian Army Order can police funds be used? |
Indian Army Order No. 2095/44, Notification No. VI/56-43. |
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Where is this notification published? |
Police Gazette, December 13, 1944, pages 253–254. |
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How are police payments from funds later accounted for? |
Debited to the Controller of Military Accounts concerned. |
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What ensures compliance with Army reward regulations? |
Superintendent of Police and Officer Commanding Units. |
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What is the essence of Para 342? |
Coordinated, timely payment of rewards for apprehended deserters with audit accountability. |
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PARA 343 |
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WHEN DESERTER IS MADE OVER TO MILITARY AUTHORITIES BY POLICE A FORM OF CERTIFICATE U/S 91-A IS SENT TO THE POLICE FOR COMPLETION |
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What does Para 343 deal with? |
Completion of certificate under Section 91-A for deserters. |
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When is the certificate under Section 91-A sent to police? |
After a deserter is arrested and handed over to military authorities. |
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Who must complete and sign the certificate? |
Officer not below the rank of Officer-in-Charge of a police station. |
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Can a lower-ranking officer sign the certificate? |
No. |
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What is the consequence of signing by a lower-ranking officer? |
Certificate is wholly invalid in court-martial. |
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Under which Act is Section 91-A? |
Indian Army Act, 1911. |
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For what type of court is the certificate used? |
Court-martial trying the deserter. |
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PARA 344 |
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DESERTERS FROM THE FORCES SHOULD NOT BE SURRENDERED TO THE DURBAR |
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What does Para 344 deal with? |
Handling deserters from Indian State Forces. |
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Should deserters from State Forces be surrendered to the Durbar? |
No, not unless specified as extraditable. |
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Under what condition can deserters be surrendered? |
If notified in the Gazette of India as extraditable under First Schedule of Indian Extradition Act, 1903. |
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Which Act governs extradition in this context? |
Indian Extradition Act, XV of 1903. |
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What schedule specifies extraditable offences? |
First Schedule. |
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What should happen to un-extraditable deserters enlisted in police? |
They should be dismissed. |
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Can un-extraditable deserters be retained in police? |
Only if sanctioned by Deputy Inspector-General of Police. |
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Does Para 344 apply to all units of Indian State Forces? |
Yes. |
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Is voluntary surrender considered under this Para? |
No, Para concerns deserters. |
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Who sanctions retention of un-extraditable deserters in police? |
Deputy Inspector-General of Police. |
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PARA 345 |
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Rules regarding emigration |
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What does Para 345 deal with? |
Paras regarding emigration beyond British India. |
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Where are the emigration Paras contained? |
In the Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 346 |
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Under Indian Factories Act, notice of an accident resulting in death must be sent by the factory authorities to S.O. |
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What does Para 346 deal with? |
Notice of accidents resulting in death under the Indian Factories Act, 1948. |
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Where are the Paras for factory accidents found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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Who must send notice of a fatal accident? |
Factory authorities. |
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To whom must the notice be sent? |
Officer-in-Charge of the police station in the area of the factory. |
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By what means can the notice be sent? |
Telegraph, telephone, or special messenger. |
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Within what time must the notice be sent? |
Within one hour of the death occurring or being known. |
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Is a written confirmation required? |
Yes, if notice is sent by telegraph or telephone. |
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In what form must written confirmation be sent? |
Prescribed Form E. |
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What must the S.O. do on receiving notice? |
Act as laid down in Chapter XII of the Regulations. |
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Are notices of accidents not resulting in death required to be sent to police? |
No. |
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Can police act on non-fatal accident notices? |
Only with a Magistrate’s order or if cognizable offence suspected. |
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How should reports of suspected cognizable offences be forwarded? |
Through Superintendent of Police to the Magistrate. |
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PARA 347 |
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Commissioner of the division empowered to make rules under the Ferries Act. |
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What does Para 347 deal with? |
Police duties under the Ferries Act, XVII of 1878. |
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Who is empowered to make Paras under the Ferries Act? |
Commissioner of the division. |
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Who should study the Paras made under the Ferries Act? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Whom should the Superintendent inform about police-related provisions? |
Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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When should sufficient police be stationed at ferries? |
During periods of large crowds, e.g., fairs. |
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What is the purpose of posting police at ferries? |
To prevent overcrowding of boats. |
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PARA 348 |
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Rules made under the Fisheries Act |
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What does Para 348 deal with? |
Paras made under the Fisheries Act, IV of 1897. |
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Where are the Paras contained? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 349 |
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S.P. should bring to the notice of S.O. about local forest Rules |
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What does Para 349 deal with? |
Local forest Paras requiring police attention. |
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Who should bring local forest Paras to notice of S.O.? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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To whom are the Paras communicated? |
Officers-in-Charge of police stations. |
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PARA 350 |
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Execution of warrants u/s 5 of the Public Gambling Act |
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What does Para 350 deal with? |
Execution of warrants under Section 5 of the Public Gambling Act. |
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Which Act governs these warrants? |
Public Gambling Act, III of 1867. |
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Who is authorized to execute warrants under Section 5? |
Inspectors and Officer-in-Charge of police station. |
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What is the minimum rank for executing warrants? |
Sub-Inspector. |
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PARA 351 |
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Permission to play games in public |
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What does Para 351 deal with? |
Permission to play games in public. |
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Should permission to play games in public be granted? |
No, it should never be granted. |
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Where are the detailed Paras regarding public games found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 352 |
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Application of Glanders and Farcy Act |
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What does Para 352 deal with? |
Application of the Glanders and Farcy Act. |
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Which Act is covered by Para 352? |
Glanders and Farcy Act, XIII of 1899. |
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To which area has the Act been applied? |
The whole of Uttar Pradesh. |
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Who is empowered under Section 4 of the Act? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What powers does the S.P. exercise under the Act? |
Powers and duties of Inspectors appointed under the Act. |
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Where are detailed Paras found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 353 |
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Police are required to give information to Municipal boards of offence against the Act |
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What does Para 353 deal with? |
Police duties to furnish information to municipal boards. |
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Which Act governs this Para? |
U.P. Municipalities Act, 1916. |
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Under which section are police required to inform municipal boards? |
Section 317. |
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What offences must police report? |
Offences against the Act, Acts in Section 144(1)(b), or Paras under those Acts. |
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Who must police assist under this Para? |
Members, officers, and servants of municipal boards. |
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Who ensures police stations receive copies of Acts and Paras? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the purpose of furnishing information to municipal boards? |
To enable realization of fines under Section 114. |
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PARA 354 |
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The register of persons resorting to sarai |
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What does Para 354 deal with? |
Register of persons resorting to a sarai. |
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Under which Act is the register prescribed? |
Sarais Act, XXII of 1867. |
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Is the register mandatory in all sarais? |
No, only if directed by District Magistrate. |
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Who provides blank forms for the register? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What form number is used for the sarai register? |
Form No. 265. |
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Who maintains the register if ordered? |
Sarai-keeper. |
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What is the essence of Para 354? |
Register of persons in sarais is maintained only if ordered by DM; forms provided by Superintendent. |
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PARA 355 |
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Rules regarding stage carriages |
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What does Para 355 deal with? |
Paras regarding stage carriages. |
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Where are the Paras regarding stage carriages contained? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 356 |
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Rules regarding treasure trove |
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What does Para 356 deal with? |
Paras regarding treasure trove. |
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Where are the Paras regarding treasure trove contained? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 357 |
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S.P. required to give immediate information to D.M. of any case of a serious nature in which soldiers are believed to have been concerned |
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What does Para 357 deal with? |
Immediate reporting of serious cases involving soldiers. |
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Who must report such cases? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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To whom must the S.P. give immediate information? |
District Magistrate. |
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Which cases require special reporting? |
Cases of serious nature involving soldiers. |
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Under which paragraphs must these cases be reported? |
Paragraph 101 of these Regulations and paragraph 67 of Office Manual. |
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Where are Paras for prosecution, trial, and investigation found? |
Manual of Government Orders and paragraph 125 of these Regulations. |
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Which cases should follow Manual procedures as far as possible? |
Conflicts between Europeans and Indians, or cases where Indians are shot/wounded by Europeans. |
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PARA 358 |
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Rules prescribing the duties of police at fairs |
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What does Para 358 deal with? |
Duties of police at fairs. |
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Where are the Paras regarding police duties at fairs contained? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 359 |
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Police have no authority to make formal inspections of cattle pounds |
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What does Para 359 deal with? |
Police authority regarding cattle pounds. |
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Can police make formal inspections of cattle pounds? |
No. |
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Can police visit cattle pounds for other purposes? |
Yes, for purely police purposes. |
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PARA 360 |
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Record of all the great trigonometrical survey stations in districts shall be kept in the office of S.P. |
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What does Para 360 deal with? |
Records and protection of Great Trigonometrical Survey stations. |
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Where must the record of G.T. Survey stations be kept? |
Office of the Superintendent of Police. |
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Who must prevent wilful injury to survey stations? |
Village policemen. |
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To whom must any damage to survey stations be reported? |
Officer-in-Charge of the police station. |
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Who should periodically visit the survey stations? |
Police officers. |
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What should officers do when visiting stations? |
Examine condition and report urgent need of repairs. |
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Where are additional instructions for protection found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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What is the essence of Para 360? |
S.P. keeps records, police protect stations, inspect periodically, and report repairs. |
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PARA 361 |
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Duty of village police to protect ancient structures and preventing unauthorized excavations |
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What does Para 361 deal with? |
Duties of village police to protect ancient structures and prevent unauthorized excavations. |
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Where are detailed instructions found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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What must village police report? |
Any attempt at spoilation or acts endangering antiquarian remains. |
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What else must police report regarding ruined cities/buildings? |
Any attempt to make unauthorized excavations. |
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How should valuable archaeological remains be dealt with? |
Under the Treasure Trove Act, VI of 1878, whenever applicable. |
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Who is responsible for protection of antiquarian remains? |
Village police. |
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Does the Para involve preventive or reactive duties? |
Both—preventing damage and reporting incidents. |
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What is the essence of Para 361? |
Village police must protect ancient structures, prevent unauthorized excavations, and report acts threatening archaeological remains. |
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PARA 362 |
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Rules regarding the escape of prisoners from district or central Jails |
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What does Para 362 deal with? |
Action on escape of prisoners from district or central jails. |
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Where are the Paras for escaped prisoners contained? |
U.P. Jail Manual. |
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Who must be immediately notified when a prisoner escapes? |
District Magistrate. |
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What must the jail superintendent send along with the notice? |
Descriptive roll of prisoner, residence, and reward offered. |
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To which authorities must the descriptive roll be sent? |
S.P. of district of escape, S.P. of prisoner’s home district, adjoining district police, Railway Police, and DIG, CID Lucknow. |
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What additional publication is done with the information? |
Criminal Intelligence Gazette. |
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What must police immediately do regarding prisoner’s home? |
Watch it to intercept the prisoner. |
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Who conducts investigation into the escape? |
District Magistrate. |
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Can police investigate inside the jail? |
Only under orders of District Magistrate. |
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What is the role of Superintendent regarding magisterial inquiry papers? |
Examine them or have them examined to assist in re-arrest. |
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What is the essence of Para 362? |
Immediate notification, descriptive roll circulation, home surveillance, and cooperation with D.M. for re-arrest of escaped prisoners. |
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PARA 363 |
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The duties of police in respect of excise offences |
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What does Para 363 deal with? |
Duties of police in respect of excise offences. |
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Under which Act are police duties for excise offences defined? |
U.P. Excise Act, IV of 1910. |
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Which sections of the U.P. Excise Act are relevant? |
Sections 49, 50, 53, and 54. |
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Where are detailed Paras for police duties found? |
Excise Manual (page 2 for Superintendent). |
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PARA 364 |
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The powers and duties of police regarding opium and morphia offences |
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What does Para 364 deal with? |
Police powers and duties regarding opium and morphia offences. |
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Under which Acts are these powers and duties defined? |
Opium Act XIII of 1857 and Opium Act I of 1878. |
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Which sections of Opium Act XIII of 1857 are relevant? |
Sections 23 and 24. |
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Which sections of Opium Act I of 1878 are relevant? |
Sections 14 to 22. |
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Where are the Paras and procedures detailed? |
Excise Opium Manual, Chapter II. |
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Who must follow these Paras? |
Police and relevant authorities. |
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Are these duties preventive, enforcement, or both? |
Both, as per Opium Acts and Manual. |
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What is the essence of Para 364? |
Police powers and duties for opium and morphia offences are defined in Opium Acts (1857 & 1878) and detailed in Excise Opium Manual, Chapter II. |
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PARA 365 |
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Excise Inspector and Police Officers both responsible for excise offence |
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What does Para 365 deal with? |
Joint responsibility of Excise Inspectors and police for excise offences. |
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Does appointment of Excise Inspectors relieve police of duties? |
No. |
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Who is responsible for detection and prosecution of excise offences? |
Both Excise Inspectors and police officers. |
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What are Excise Inspectors required to do? |
Make inquiries, detect cases, and assist police in cases detected by them. |
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What are police required to do? |
Assist Excise Inspectors in important, difficult cases and searches. |
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Is cooperation between Excise Inspectors and police mandatory? |
Yes. |
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What is the essence of Para 365? |
Police and Excise Inspectors share responsibility for excise offences; they must assist and cooperate in detection, prosecution, and searches. |
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PARA 366 |
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The offence of illicit distillation of spirit cannot be carried on for any length of time |
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What does Para 366 deal with? |
Offence of illicit distillation of spirit. |
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Can illicit distillation continue unnoticed for long? |
No, it usually comes to the notice of village headmen, land-holders, and chaukidars. |
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Who must inquire if the chaukidar is not the informer? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What action is taken if chaukidar is guilty of connivance? |
Recommend dismissal to District Magistrate. |
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What if chaukidar is found negligent? |
He should be severely punished. |
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Who supervises inquiries into illicit distillation cases? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the essence of Para 366? |
Illicit distillation cannot remain hidden; chaukidars are accountable, and negligence or connivance is punished. |
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PARA 367 |
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The Village headman should promptly report to D.M. about the illicit manufacture of any excisable article |
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What does Para 367 deal with? |
Duty of village headman to report illicit manufacture of excisable articles. |
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Who must report illicit manufacture or cultivation? |
Village headman. |
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To whom must the report be sent? |
District Magistrate. |
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When must the report be made? |
Immediately after the illicit manufacture or cultivation comes to his notice. |
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What happens if the village headman fails to report? |
He should be promptly reported for prosecution under Section 68 of Excise Act. |
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Which Section of the Excise Act applies? |
Section 68. |
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What is the essence of Para 367? |
Village headmen must immediately report any illicit manufacture or cultivation of excisable articles to the D.M.; failure leads to prosecution. |
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PARA 368 |
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Appointment of special police officers |
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What does Para 368 deal with? |
Appointment and duties of special police officers (SPOs). |
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Under which Act are SPOs appointments regulated? |
Sections 17 to 19 of the Police Act, V of 1861. |
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Should appointments be voluntary or compulsory? |
As far as possible, voluntary. |
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When is it justifiable to appoint SPOs? |
During unlawful assembly, serious riot, or breach of peace when regular police are insufficient. |
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Who decides the need for SPOs? |
Senior police officer present, not below the rank of inspector. |
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What type of persons should be selected as SPOs? |
Influential persons of good standing; avoid unruly or bad character. |
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Can ring-leaders of contentious factions be enrolled? |
Yes, occasionally, to bring them under restraint. |
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What duties should SPOs be assigned? |
Staff, supervisory, and duties suited to their personal influence; avoid menial/unreasonable tasks. |
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How strict should discipline be for SPOs? |
Light; avoid conditions offensive or irksome to local residents. |
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Are SPOs required to take part in parades or salute petty officers? |
Not ordinarily. |
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What is required for SPO uniform? |
Distinctive badge (e.g., colored armlet) and baton or spear for authority and protection. |
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When should SPO appointments be cancelled? |
As soon as the emergency ceases to exist. |
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What is the essence of Para 368? |
SPOs are appointed voluntarily for grave emergencies, given supervisory duties, light discipline, distinctive badge, and relieved when emergency ends. |
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PARA 369 |
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Appointment of traffic police |
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What does Para 369 deal with? |
Appointment and duties of traffic police. |
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Where have traffic police been appointed? |
In certain districts. |
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What special squads have been formed in some areas? |
Police mobile squads to deal with Motor Vehicle Act offences. |
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Who heads each mobile squad? |
An Inspector. |
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Under whose control do mobile squads operate? |
Range Deputy Inspector-General of Police. |
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Are police officers part of Transport Authorities? |
Yes, some are ex officio members under Motor Vehicles Act, 1939. |
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Where are detailed duties of traffic police found? |
Separate pamphlet on Motor Vehicles Act. |
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What is the essence of Para 369? |
Traffic police and mobile squads are appointed to enforce Motor Vehicles Act under structured supervision, with some officers serving as ex officio members of Transport Authorities. |
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CHAPTER XXVIII |
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MISCELLANEOUS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXV have in total? |
Para 370 to Para 395 |
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PARA 370 |
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No private sweepers may be employed by the police Department for police lines |
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What does Para 370 deal with? |
Employment of private sweepers in police lines. |
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Can private sweepers be employed where municipality provides scavenging? |
No. |
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Under which Act is municipal scavenging provided? |
Section 196(a) of U.P. Municipalities Act, 1916. |
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When may private sweepers be employed? |
Where conservancy is under control of Superintendent of Police. |
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How should private sweepers be paid if employed? |
Conservancy allowance as per paragraph 136 of Office Manual. |
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PARA 371 |
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Restriction imposed on government servants in their private affairs |
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What does Para 371 deal with? |
Restrictions on government servants in their private affairs. |
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Where are these restrictions detailed? |
Government Servant’s Conduct Paras and Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 372 |
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Police officers may have no private money transactions with police accountants |
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What does Para 372 deal with? |
Restrictions on police officers regarding private money transactions and relatives’ employment. |
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Can police officers have private money transactions with police accountants? |
No. |
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Can subordinate police or clerical staff maintain private accounts of gazetted officers? |
No. |
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Are small advances to readers or petty sums to clerks allowed? |
Yes, for casual expenses like wood-cutting, tent-pitching, or parcels. |
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Where are conditions for banking with Government treasurer found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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Which relatives’ private trade must be reported? |
Father, mother, father’s/mother’s sister, brother’s wife, sister, sister’s husband, son, son’s wife, daughter, daughter’s husband. |
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To whom must such information be reported? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What may Superintendent consider on receiving such information? |
Whether circumstances justify transfer of the officer concerned. |
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Should police officers serve in jurisdictions where close relatives trade privately? |
Generally, no. |
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Do these rules override Para 15 of Government Servant’s Conduct Paras? |
No. |
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What is the essence of Para 372? |
Police officers must avoid private money dealings with staff and conflicts of interest due to relatives’ private trade; limited allowances are permitted for minor expenses. |
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PARA 373 |
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Police officers are strictly prohibited from aiding in the supply of labour |
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What does Para 373 deal with? |
Prohibition on police aiding in supply of labour. |
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Can police aid in supplying labour or carriage provisions? |
No, strictly prohibited. |
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Can police interfere with persons or property of any population class? |
No, except as required by law. |
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PARA 373A |
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Members of the police force are strictly forbidden to consume intoxicants during the course of their duty |
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What does Para 373A deal with? |
Prohibition on police consuming intoxicants during duty. |
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When are police forbidden to consume intoxicants? |
During duty or when they may reasonably be called for official duty. |
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What is the consequence of violating Para 373A? |
Disciplinary action, including possible removal from service. |
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PARA 374 |
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Procedure followed to the defalcation or loss of public money |
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What does Para 374 deal with? |
Procedure for defalcation or loss of public money in police charge. |
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Where is the procedure detailed? |
Manual of Government Orders, modified by paragraph 82 of Account Paras, Part I, Financial Handbook, Volume V. |
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PARA 375 |
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When police officers are going outside the district as detectives, S.P. shall provide them with written credentials |
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What does Para 375 deal with? |
Credentials for police officers sent as detectives outside their district. |
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Who must provide written credentials? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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When should credentials be provided? |
Invariably, when officers are sent outside the district as detectives. |
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Who may not be given parwanas? |
Informers or amateur detectives not enrolled in the police force. |
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What is the essence of Para 375? |
Detectives must carry written credentials; un-enrolled persons cannot be formally authorized. |
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PARA 376 |
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Powers of police to make inquiries regarding the character verification |
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What does Para 376 deal with? |
Police inquiries for character verification of candidates. |
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For which posts should police conduct character inquiries? |
Subordinate posts in Railway, Postal, or other Government departments. |
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Who can request the police to conduct these inquiries? |
The authorities concerned (Railway, Postal, or other Government departments). |
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What should police complete after inquiries? |
Verification rolls sent for the purpose. |
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What is the essence of Para 376? |
Police verify character and antecedents of candidates when requested and complete verification rolls. |
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PARA 377 |
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Chests of post office may be fixed at police stations |
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What does Para 377 deal with? |
Fixing Post Office treasure chests at police stations. |
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Who keeps charge of the post office chest at police stations? |
A sentry. |
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How is the cash box secured? |
Placed in a safe with double locks, locks wrapped in leather/cloth, tied with twine, and sealed with Post Office date seal. |
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Where should deposit and withdrawal of the cash box be recorded? |
In the General Diary of the police station. |
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Who gives acquittance for the condition of the safe and seals? |
The Postal Official. |
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What is the essence of Para 377? |
Post Office chests can be kept at police stations under strict security, with entries in the General Diary and official acquittance. |
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PARA 378 |
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Maintenance of motor lorries and light vans at district police headquarters |
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What does Para 378 deal with? |
Maintenance and use of motor lorries and light vans at district police headquarters. |
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What is the primary purpose of police motor vehicles? |
Transporting police for riots, dacoit raids, prisoner escort, and rapid transport situations. |
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Can police vehicles be used for ordinary transport? |
No, only when cheaper means like rail are unavailable. |
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Can police vehicles be used for sports or tournaments? |
Yes, only if economical compared to rail or other travel. |
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What is the essence of Para 378? |
Police motor vehicles are primarily for operational duties; use for other purposes is allowed only if economical. |
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PARA 379 |
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At least one horse should be provided to all gazetted officers |
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What does Para 379 deal with? |
Provision of horses to gazetted officers and police officers. |
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What is the minimum height of horse for gazetted officers? |
14.2 hands high. |
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What is the minimum height of horse for circle inspectors and sub-inspectors with horse allowance? |
14 hands high. |
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Can an officer be exempted from maintaining a horse? |
Yes, if the Inspector-General deems it non-essential. |
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What can an exempted officer maintain instead of a horse? |
A motor vehicle. |
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Is the officer required to refund horse allowance if using a motor vehicle? |
No, if the previous grant was properly utilized for horse/saddlery. |
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What happens to the seven-year period of horse allowance when using a motor vehicle? |
The period during which a motor vehicle is maintained is excluded from the seven years. |
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PARA 380 |
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The hospital establishment is under control of the medical department |
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Who controls the hospital establishment? |
The Medical Department. |
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Does the Superintendent of Police have powers over hospital staff appointments or discipline? |
No, only may make representations to Civil Surgeon or IG of Civil Hospitals. |
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How is the pay of hospital staff disbursed? |
Through the police accountant, except for the medical officer-in-charge. |
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Who allocates the budget for European medicines? |
Inspector-General of Civil Hospitals. |
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Who purchases bazar medicines required by the Civil Surgeon? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Can a police officer leave hospital without permission? |
No, only with express permission of Civil Surgeon or officer in medical charge. |
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How should absence from hospital without leave be treated? |
As breach of discipline. |
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How many hospital orderlies are allotted and what are their communities? |
Two; one Brahman and one Muhammadan. |
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Who supervises the hospital daily? |
Reserve inspector or a gazetted officer. |
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How should cases of neglect by hospital orderlies be reported? |
Reported to Civil Surgeon by Superintendent of Police. |
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How is the hospital admittance register maintained? |
In three serially numbered sections for armed police, civil police, and others including railway police and orderly peons. |
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PARA 381 |
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In writing intention is incumbent on all applicants for medical leave |
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Who must inform the Superintendent before applying for medical leave? |
All applicants for medical leave or extension on medical certificates. |
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How should applicants communicate their intention to apply for medical leave? |
In writing. |
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What is the consequence of failing to inform the Superintendent in writing? |
The medical certificate may be treated as obtained by misrepresentation with serious consequences. |
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PARA 382 |
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Under officers and constables who fall ill when on duty, must apply admission to the district police hospital |
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Who must apply for admission to the district police hospital when ill on duty? |
Under officers and constables. |
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Where should police personnel apply if the police hospital is not easily reachable? |
Nearest dispensary. |
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Who must be informed about the admission or treatment of ill officers or constables? |
The local Superintendent of Police. |
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Are higher-ranking officers required to apply to police hospitals when ill? |
No, but they must inform the Superintendent if obtaining a medical certificate while on leave. |
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PARA 383 |
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Any under officer or constable, who on discharge from a police hospital other than that of his district of posting is recommended leave by the civil surgeon |
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Who must return to their district immediately after discharge from an out-of-district police hospital when leave is recommended? |
Any under-officer or constable. |
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Who can permit an officer not to return immediately to his district? |
The Superintendent of Police of the district. |
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When should permission not to return be granted? |
Only in very special circumstances. |
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PARA 384 |
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Every officer-in-charge of a police station is responsible for reporting cases of sickness among men under his command |
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Who must report cases of sickness among men under command? |
Every officer-in-charge of a police station, guard commander, and constable in-charge of an outpost, barrack, escort, or detachment. |
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What must be done for sick subordinates? |
Ensure their admission to a hospital. |
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What happens if an officer is negligent in reporting sickness? |
Action under Chapter XXXI of the Regulations will be taken. |
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How is negligence proved? |
By showing the officer knew or could have reasonably ascertained that a subordinate was ill. |
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PARA 385 |
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Every head constable or constable suffering from venereal disease must report the fact to his immediate superior |
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Who must report venereal disease? |
Every head constable or constable suffering from it. |
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To whom must it be reported? |
Immediate superior. |
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What should the superior do? |
Ensure prompt admission to the police hospital. |
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What is the offence for concealment? |
Punishable under Section 7 of the Police Act. |
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What is the punishment for concealment? |
Suspension and detention in hospital until cured or invalid. |
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Does the suspended officer get any allowance? |
Yes, subsistence grant as per Fundamental rules 53, Financial Handbook Vol. II, Part II. |
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PARA 386 |
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A medical history-sheet will be maintained in duplicate for every officer |
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For whom is a medical history-sheet maintained? |
Every officer of and below the rank of Sub-Inspector. |
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How many copies are maintained? |
Two copies – one with the character roll, one with the officer. |
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What must an officer take when applying for hospital admission? |
His copy of the medical history-sheet. |
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What happens on discharge from hospital? |
Illness entry is made in the sheet, sent to Superintendent, then copied to the character roll. |
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When is leave on medical certificate granted? |
Only if the officer produces his medical history-sheet with medical officer's remarks and signature. |
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PARA 387 |
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All police officers of and below the rank of Head Constable are liable to compulsory medical inspection |
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Which officers are liable to compulsory medical inspection? |
All police officers of and below the rank of Head Constable. |
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Who ensures officers are medically inspected? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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How often must medical inspections be conducted? |
At least once every calendar year. |
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Who conducts the annual medical examination in districts with full-time Medical Officers? |
The Medical Officer in charge of the Police Hospital. |
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Who conducts medical inspection in other districts? |
The Civil Surgeon of the district concerned. |
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Who may conduct inspections in interior hill areas if authorized? |
Medical Officers in charge of outlying dispensaries. |
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What must every officer bring for inspection? |
His medical history-sheet. |
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PARA 388 |
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Police officer and men of other provinces who need hospital treatment may be treated at police hospital of these provinces |
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Can police officers from other provinces be treated in local police hospitals? |
Yes, if they are on duty or leave and need treatment, subject to available accommodation. |
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How are indoor patient charges calculated for officers from other provinces? |
Flat rate of 7 annas per diem plus actual cost of diet, if any. |
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From whom are the charges recovered for officers of other provinces (except Assam)? |
From the Government of the province in which the man is serving through exchange accounts. |
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Who is informed after discharge of the patient? |
The Superintendent of Police of the district in which the patient is serving, and a copy to the Accountant-General, U.P. |
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Should direct remittances be accepted from other provinces’ SPs? |
No, direct remittances or recoveries from out-door patients are not allowed. |
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How are charges recovered for police serving in Assam? |
Directly from the patient; if not possible, through SP of his district of posting. |
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Where are recovered costs credited? |
To head ‘XIX – Police – Miscellaneous’. |
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PARA 389 |
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The S.P. may re-allocate the non-gazetted provincial police force of the district temporarily to meet sudden emergencies |
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Who can temporarily re-allocate the non-gazetted provincial police force in a district? |
The Superintendent of Police. |
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For what purpose can the force be temporarily re-allocated? |
To meet sudden emergencies. |
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How should proposals for permanent re-allocation be processed? |
Reported through the District Magistrate for orders of the Inspector-General. |
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Can the Inspector-General re-allocate the force without government sanction? |
Yes, provided he does not depart from the provincial scale of establishment. |
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Who must be consulted before proposals affecting cantonment police strength? |
The Officer commanding the station. |
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PARA 390 |
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Re-allocation of rural police |
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Who can sanction the re-allocation of rural police within a district? |
The District Magistrate. |
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PARA 391 |
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Power of DIG (range) to increase police force of one of his districts temporarily |
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Who can temporarily increase the police force of a district in a range? |
The Deputy Inspector-General of the range. |
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For what purposes can the DIG (range) increase the police force temporarily? |
For fairs and operations against dacoits. |
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Up to what rank of police may be moved by the DIG from other districts? |
Not above the rank of Inspector. |
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To whom should Superintendents apply for extra police? |
To the Deputy Inspector-General of the range. |
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Is long notice required for periodical requirements like annual fairs? |
Yes, long notice should be given. |
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PARA 392 |
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The number and scale of sanctioned fixed guards are shown in the police allocation |
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Where is the number and scale of sanctioned fixed guards shown? |
In the police allocation of the district. |
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Can the number and scale of fixed guards be varied? |
No, they must not be varied. |
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PARA 393 |
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Reader of the S.P |
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Who is allowed as a reader for the Superintendent of Police in every district? |
A Sub-Inspector. |
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What rank should always hold the post of reader to the Superintendent of Police? |
Sub-Inspector. |
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PARA 394 |
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Police Training School, Sitapur set for training of under-officers |
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Where has a Police Training School been established for training constables for promotion to under-officer? |
Sitapur. |
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What is the purpose of the Police Training School at Sitapur? |
Training constables for promotion to the rank of under-officer. |
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PARA 395 |
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The information of a body of military police has been sanctioned by the provincial Government |
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Which government sanctioned the body of Military Police? |
Provincial Government. |
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Where is the headquarters depot and training centre of the Military Police? |
Sitapur. |
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Where are Military Police companies posted? |
To convenient centres. |
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Name the ancillary services of the Military Police. |
(a) Wireless section, (b) Tear Smoke section, (c) Motor Transport section with workshops. |
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Part III |
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How many Chapters does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part III have in total? |
Chapter XXIX to chapter XXXIV |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part III have in total? |
Para 396 to Para 526 |
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Chapter XXIX |
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APPOINTMENT |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXIX have in total? |
Para 396 to Para 427 |
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PARA 396 |
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Bodies of the police force |
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What are the main bodies of the police force? |
Provincial Police, Government Railway Police, and Village guard. |
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Under which Act is the Provincial Police enrolled? |
Act V of 1861 (Armed and Mounted). |
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Under which Act are Village guard appointed in Agra? |
Act XVI of 1873. |
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Under which Act are Village guard appointed in Oudh? |
Act XVII of 1876. |
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PARA 397 |
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Gazetted officers of the police force |
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Who are the gazetted officers of the police force? |
Inspector-General, Deputy Inspector-General, Superintendents, Assistant Superintendents, Deputy Superintendents. |
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PARA 398 |
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The non-gazetted officers of the police force |
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Who are the non-gazetted officers of the police force? |
Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors, Head Constables, Constables. |
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PARA 399 |
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Appointment of S.P. and officers of higher rank |
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Who appoints Superintendents and officers of higher rank? |
The Governor in Council. |
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PARA 400 |
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Appointment for probation of Assistant Superintendents |
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Who appoints Assistant Superintendents on probation? |
Government of India. |
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How are Assistant Superintendents appointed? |
On the result of a competitive examination held in India. |
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Who confirms Assistant Superintendents after probation? |
The Governor in Council. |
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Is the appointment of Assistant Superintendents direct or on probation? |
Ordinarily on probation. |
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Where can details of confirmation be found? |
Chapter XXXV. |
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PARA 401 |
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Appointment of Deputy Superintendents |
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How are Deputy Superintendents of Police appointed? |
By direct recruitment or promotion from the rank of Inspector. |
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Can an Inspector be promoted to Deputy Superintendent? |
Yes, promotion from Inspector is allowed. |
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Is there a notification governing appointment of Deputy Superintendents? |
Yes, Notification No. O-337/II-444-40, dated 4th May, 1942. |
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PARA 402 |
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Rules for salary of directly recruited Deputy Superintendents |
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What is the starting salary of a directly recruited Deputy Superintendent of Police? |
Rs. 220 per mensem. |
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Are directly recruited Deputy Superintendents entitled to increments? |
Yes, according to the time-scale of pay in force and subject to departmental examination and confirmation rules. |
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How is the pay of promoted Deputy Superintendents determined? |
It depends on their pay as Inspectors at the time of promotion and is fixed according to the Fundamental Paras. |
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Do departmental exams affect the pay increments of Deputy Superintendents? |
Yes, increments are subject to rules regarding departmental examination and confirmation. |
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PARA 403 |
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Appointment to the rank of Reserve Inspector |
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Who ordinarily appoints Reserve Inspectors? |
The Deputy Inspector-General by promoting selected Sub-Inspectors. |
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How are prosecuting and circle inspectors appointed? |
By the Deputy Inspector-General, promoting Sub-Inspectors selected by a committee convened by the Inspector-General. |
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What is the probation period for all Inspectors? |
Two years from the date of substantive appointment. |
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PARA 404 |
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Paras regarding British army reservists |
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What should British army reservists do on discharge from police during or after probation? |
Apply to the nearest military authority if they desire to be repatriated. |
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PARA 406 |
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Civil, armed and mounted police |
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Who appoints Sub-Inspectors in Civil Police? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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From where are Civil Police Sub-Inspectors selected? |
From candidates qualifying the prescribed cadets course at the Police Training College. |
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Who makes officiating appointments of under-officers in Civil Police? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Under which manual are officiating appointments of under-officers governed? |
Police Office Manual (Paragraph 191). |
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Who makes permanent promotions to Sub-Inspector in Armed Police? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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From which list are Armed Police Sub-Inspectors promoted? |
From those qualified under Paragraph 448. |
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Can Superintendents promote in Armed Police? |
Yes, in officiating or temporary vacancies. |
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Who makes permanent promotions to Sub-Inspector in Mounted Police? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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How are promotions in Mounted Police determined? |
According to seniority on the provincial list. |
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PARA 407 |
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Appointment of head constables in civil and armed police |
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Who appoints Head Constables in Civil Police? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who appoints Head Constables in Armed Police? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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By what method are Head Constables appointed? |
By promotion. |
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From which rank are Head Constables promoted? |
Constables. |
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PARA 408 |
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Appointment of mounted police constables |
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Who appoints Mounted Police constables on probation? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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How are Mounted Police constables recruited? |
By enlistment of outside candidates or transfer from foot police at their request. |
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During which month are outside candidates enlisted? |
Between 1st September and 30th September. |
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When are transfers from foot police to mounted branch made? |
During September. |
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Is transfer from foot police automatic? |
No, only at the constable’s own request. |
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Must transferred constables undergo training? |
Yes. |
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Do all Mounted Police recruits attend training? |
Yes, prescribed course of instruction. |
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Who confirms Mounted Police constables after probation? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the probation period for Mounted Police constables? |
Two years. |
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Confirmation is subject to which provision? |
Paragraph 84. |
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Must Mounted Police candidates meet physical standards? |
Yes, same as foot police recruits. |
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What physical requirements apply? |
Age, height, and chest measurement as required for foot police. |
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Who conducts medical examination of outside candidates? |
Civil Surgeon. |
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When must medical fitness be certified? |
Before enlistment. |
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Which form is used for medical examination? |
Form No. 29. |
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What endorsement is made on the medical certificate? |
“For Mounted Police only.” |
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PARA 409 |
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Enlistments of constables for the Armed and Civil Police |
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Who makes enlistments of constables in Armed and Civil Police? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the minimum age for enlistment? |
18 years. |
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What is the maximum age for enlistment? |
23 years. |
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What is the upper age relaxation for Scheduled Castes candidates? |
Five years. |
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Up to what age can approved chaukidars be drafted into Pradeshik Police? |
30 years. |
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Up to what age can military pensioners be enlisted in Armed Police? |
35 years. |
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Can military pensioners draw police pay along with pension? |
Yes, subject to usual Paras. |
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Whom must enlistment of military pensioners be notified to? |
Controller of Military Accounts. |
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Can ex-soldiers (not reservists or pensioners) be enlisted? |
Yes, in Civil and Armed Police up to 35 years of age. |
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Who can grant relaxation in age limits? |
Director-General of Police. |
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Under what circumstances can age relaxation be granted? |
In the interest of fair dealing or public interest. |
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Under which notification is age relaxation governed? |
Notification No. 1129(5)/II-175-39 dated 4th July, 1941. |
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What may SP do where recruiting is poor? |
Apply to Recruiting Staff Officer for pensioners or ex-soldiers. |
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PARA 410 |
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Paras for ex-soldiers, who are enlisted as constable in U.P. Police |
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Which ex-soldiers can count previous military service for increments? |
Ex-soldiers of combatant units of Indian Armed Forces and late I.S.F./non-I.S.F. combatant units. |
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Can military pensioners count service for increment while drawing pension? |
No. |
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When can a pensioner count military service for increments? |
After refunding bonus or service gratuity received in lieu of pension. |
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In how many instalments can gratuity be refunded? |
Not exceeding 36 monthly instalments. |
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When is pay re-fixation considered? |
After full refund of bonus/service gratuity. |
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From which date is revised pay allowed? |
Retrospectively from the date of enlistment. |
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Which document specifies non-combatant military services? |
Appendix XXVIII of Army Regulations, India, Vol. II. |
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Who decides cases of units not mentioned in Appendix XXVIII? |
Inspector-General of Police. |
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Can Indian Army Reservists count previous service for increments? |
Yes, at the discretion of the Inspector-General. |
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How much service with colours can be counted by reservists? |
Whole of service with colours. |
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How much reserve service can be counted? |
Half of reserve service. |
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PARA 411 |
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Physical requirement for a recruit |
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What is the minimum chest measurement for a general recruit? |
34 inches expanded. |
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What is the minimum chest expansion required? |
2 inches. |
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What is the minimum height for a general recruit? |
5 feet 9 inches. |
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Can a recruit below 5'9" be enlisted? |
Yes, under specified exceptions. |
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What is the minimum height for recruits aged 18–20 years showing growth signs? |
5 feet 5 inches. |
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What is the minimum chest measurement for 18–20-year recruits? |
32 inches expanded. |
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What chest expansion is required for 18–20-year recruits? |
2 inches. |
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Who must certify eligibility of 18–20-year recruits? |
Civil Surgeon. |
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What must the Civil Surgeon certify for under-20 recruits? |
That he is under 20 and likely to attain standard measurements. |
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What is the minimum height for hillmen? |
5 feet 4 inches. |
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What is the minimum height for Tribal candidates? |
5 feet 3 inches. |
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What is the minimum chest measurement for Tribal candidates? |
34 inches expanded. |
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What is the minimum chest expansion for Tribal candidates? |
2 inches. |
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PARA 412 |
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Medical examination of a recruit |
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When must a recruit be medically examined? |
Before recruitment. |
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Who conducts the medical examination? |
Civil Surgeon. |
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What must be done before sending a candidate to the Civil Surgeon? |
Height and chest measurements must be accurately taken. |
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Before whom are height and chest measurements taken? |
Reserve Inspector. |
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How must chest measurement be taken? |
Around the bare chest. |
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What should be the position of arms during chest measurement? |
Arms raised. |
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Is prior physical measurement mandatory before medical exam? |
Yes. |
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Who verifies physical standards before medical referral? |
Reserve Inspector. |
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PARA 413 |
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Register of candidates for recruitment |
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What register must be maintained for recruitment? |
Register of Candidates for Recruitment. |
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In which form is the recruitment register maintained? |
Form No. 355. |
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Where is the recruitment register kept? |
In every district. |
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When is the register sent to the Civil Surgeon? |
Whenever a candidate is sent for medical examination. |
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Are all columns filled before sending to Civil Surgeon? |
No. |
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Which columns are left blank before sending to Civil Surgeon? |
Columns 8, 13, 14, 15, 16, and 17. |
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Which columns are filled by the Civil Surgeon? |
Columns 8 and 13. |
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What happens if a candidate is declared medically unfit? |
Entry is struck out with red ink. |
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Who fills medical-related entries in the register? |
Civil Surgeon. |
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PARA 414 |
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All enrolled candidates furnish a certificate of having seen successfully vaccinated |
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What is a necessary condition for enrolment of a candidate? |
Successful vaccination certificate. |
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Is vaccination mandatory for all candidates? |
Yes, unless they have had small-pox. |
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What is the exception to furnishing vaccination certificate? |
If the candidate has had small-pox. |
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What must a candidate do if not previously vaccinated? |
Submit to vaccination by the Civil Surgeon. |
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Who performs vaccination if required? |
Civil Surgeon. |
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What if the Civil Surgeon cannot vaccinate immediately? |
Recruit will be sent at the first available opportunity. |
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Is any record maintained for delayed vaccination cases? |
Yes, a memorandum with date of vaccination. |
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Can subordinate police personnel be required to undergo re-vaccination? |
Yes. |
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Who can order re-vaccination? |
Civil Surgeon of the district. |
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Is vaccination a pre-condition for enrolment? |
Yes. |
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Is prior small-pox infection treated as equivalent to vaccination? |
Yes. |
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Does the Para apply only at recruitment stage? |
No, re-vaccination may also be required later. |
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PARA 415 |
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All recruits must possess the minimum physical qualifications |
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What basic qualities must every recruit possess? |
Minimum physical qualifications, medical fitness, and good character. |
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Who selects the most suitable candidates for enlistment? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is the minimum educational qualification for Civil Police? |
VIII Class (Junior High School) or equivalent. |
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What is the minimum educational qualification for Armed Police? |
VI Class or equivalent. |
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Is educational qualification mandatory for recruitment? |
Yes. |
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Must qualifications be recognized by Government? |
Yes. |
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Is knowledge of Hindi required? |
Yes, working knowledge of Hindi is mandatory. |
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Who is eligible for recruitment under the Para? |
Any citizen of India. |
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Are persons of Nepalese origin eligible? |
Yes, if they are citizens of India. |
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What is required before recruiting a person of Nepalese origin? |
Prior orders of Inspector-General of Police. |
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What details must be sent to Inspector-General for Nepalese candidates? |
Verified details of caste, residence, etc., with reasons for recommendation. |
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Is publicity required before recruitment? |
Yes. |
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Through which institutions should recruitment publicity be given? |
Tahsils, Schools, Colleges, Panchayats, etc. |
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Who is responsible for giving recruitment publicity? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA 416 |
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S.P. is authorized to re-enlist men |
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Who is authorized to re-enlist men in police service? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Can men from other provinces be re-enlisted? |
Yes. |
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What condition must be satisfied for re-enlistment? |
Previous record must be clear. |
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What must be the nature of resignation for re-enlistment? |
Reasons must be good. |
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Can advance increments be granted on re-enlistment? |
Yes. |
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Under which rule can advance increments be sanctioned? |
Fundamental Rule 27. |
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To what extent can advance increments be granted? |
To reach the stage he would have attained if prior service counted. |
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Under which rule would previous service have counted for increments? |
Fundamental rule 22. |
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Does previous service count for leave after re-enlistment? |
No. |
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Under which rule does previous service not count for leave? |
Fundamental rule 65(a). |
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From which date does previous service not count for leave? |
1st March, 1933. |
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Is medical examination required before re-enlistment? |
Yes. |
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How must the medical examination be conducted? |
As on first enlistment. |
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Whose sanction is required if the man is above 23 years? |
Inspector-General. |
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PARA 417 |
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Man dismissed for misconducts from any department may not be enlisted in police |
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Can a person dismissed for misconduct from any department be enlisted in police? |
No. |
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Is dismissal for misconduct an absolute bar to enlistment? |
Yes. |
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What must be done before enlisting a person who left another Government department? |
Reference must be made to the previous department. |
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Is prior departmental verification mandatory? |
Yes. |
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Does the Para apply to all Government departments? |
Yes. |
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Can a person who voluntarily quit another department be enlisted without inquiry? |
No. |
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Is misconduct in previous service relevant for police recruitment? |
Yes. |
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Where is further guidance on this matter found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 418 |
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As Man’s name is entered in the register of candidate, his character, antecedents and age must be verified |
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When must verification of character and antecedents be done? |
As soon as name is entered in register and candidate is medically passed or immediately after enlistment. |
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In which form is verification carried out? |
Form No. 92. |
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What particulars must be verified? |
Character, antecedents, and age. |
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Who writes up Form No. 92 for dispatch? |
Lines Moharrir. |
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In whose presence must Form No. 92 be written? |
Reserve Inspector or officer not below Sub-Inspector rank. |
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Who must sign Form No. 92? |
Reserve Inspector (or authorized officer) and the recruit. |
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Must the recruit sign the verification form before enlistment? |
Yes. |
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What warning must be given to the recruit? |
False information makes him liable under Section 182 IPC/SEC 217 BNS |
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Under which provision is false information punishable? |
Indian Penal Code Section 182/ sec 217 BNS |
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What must the Superintendent carefully ascertain? |
Whether the recruit was previously in Government service. |
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Should previous Government service be verified? |
Yes. |
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In which language should the verification result be noted? |
English. |
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PARA 419 |
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Process, when a candidate is passed by the civil surgeon |
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When is the process under Para 419 initiated? |
After the candidate is passed by the Civil Surgeon. |
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What is first read to the candidate after medical fitness? |
Form of exhortation. |
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In whose presence is the exhortation read? |
Senior gazetted officer at headquarters. |
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If no gazetted officer is present at headquarters, who presides? |
Officer-in-charge of the office of the Superintendent of Police. |
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What follows the reading of exhortation? |
Administration of oath. |
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In which form is the oath specified? |
Police Form No. 90. |
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What document is given to the candidate after oath? |
Police Form No. 91. |
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What does Police Form No. 91 contain? |
Duties and aims of a police constable. |
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Should the oath ceremony be formal? |
Yes, it should be impressive. |
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What is the purpose of making the ceremony impressive? |
To enhance its value. |
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PARA 420 |
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Procedure for verification of military service personnel |
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When should military service be verified? |
At the time of enlistment. |
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Why should military service be verified at enlistment? |
To avoid difficulty at the time of retirement. |
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What type of military service must be verified? |
Service that may count towards pension. |
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Which procedure must be followed for verification? |
Procedure laid down in Chapter XXVIII, Office Manual. |
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PARA 421 |
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Instructions regarding the uniform |
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Where are detailed uniform instructions contained? |
Appendix III to the Regulations. |
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Does Appendix III apply to all ranks? |
Yes. |
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Does the Para cover physical training instructors? |
Yes. |
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Are traffic police included under uniform instructions? |
Yes. |
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Are hospital orderlies covered by uniform Paras? |
Yes. |
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Are motor drivers covered by uniform Paras? |
Yes. |
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Are police line teachers included? |
Yes. |
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Does the Para apply to village police? |
Yes. |
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Is Appendix III printed separately? |
Yes. |
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Is a recruit entitled to free extra kit on enlistment? |
Yes. |
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Which paragraph mentions extra kit articles? |
Paragraph 232 (Dress Regulations). |
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Are conditions for extra kit specified elsewhere? |
Yes, in paragraph 232. |
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Are re-enlisted men entitled to free kit? |
No. |
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Can a recruit be granted advance pay? |
Yes. |
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What is the maximum advance pay allowed? |
Rs. 5. |
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How is advance pay recovered? |
In instalments of Rs. 1 per month. |
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Is free kit a one-time benefit? |
Yes, only on first enlistment. |
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Does re-enlistment restore kit entitlement? |
No. |
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What is the recovery rate of advance pay? |
Rs. 1 per mensem. |
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What is the core principle of Para 421? |
Uniform regulations, free initial kit, and limited advance pay facility. |
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PARA 421A |
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How much outfit allowance is given to Civil Police officers passing out of Training College? |
Rs. 150. |
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When is Rs.150 allowance given to Civil Police officers? |
On being posted to a district. |
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How much allowance is given to a Civil Police officer promoted as Sub-Inspector temporarily/officiating? |
Rs. 100. |
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After how long can a temporarily promoted Civil SI draw Rs.100? |
After holding rank for total seven months. |
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What is outfit allowance for Armed/Mounted Police promoted as Sub-Inspector? |
Rs. 100. |
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Is seven months’ service required for Armed/Mounted SI allowance? |
Yes. |
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What is the maximum allowance a Civil Police Sub-Inspector can draw during service? |
Rs. 150. |
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What is the maximum allowance an Armed/Mounted SI can draw during service? |
Rs. 100. |
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Can an officer draw more than the prescribed maximum allowance? |
No. |
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Who draws the allowance for Civil/Armed/Mounted Police? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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From which budget head is the allowance drawn (Civil/Armed)? |
“29 – Police – B.D.E.F. – District Police – Contingencies – Purchase of uniforms and accoutrement”. |
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Where must payment details be recorded? |
In the officer’s service book. |
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Who notes the date and amount in the service book? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is outfit allowance for Wireless Maintenance/Station Officers (SI rank)? |
Rs. 150. |
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When is Rs.150 given to Wireless SI officers? |
On posting to district after completing prescribed training. |
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Who draws allowance for Wireless Section officers? |
Officer-in-charge, Wireless Telegraphy Section (Provincial Wireless Officer). |
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From which budget head is Wireless allowance drawn? |
“29 – Police – District Executive Force (D) Wireless Telegraph Station – Contingencies”. |
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Where are Wireless allowance details recorded? |
In the officer’s service book. |
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Is prescribed training compulsory for Wireless allowance? |
Yes. |
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What is the core principle of Para 421-A? |
Prescribed outfit allowances subject to rank, duration, and service limits with proper treasury and service book entry. |
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PARA 422 |
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S.P. must not appoint to any post under his control any person already in Government service |
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Can the Superintendent of Police appoint a person already in Government service without consent? |
No. |
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Whose consent is required before such appointment? |
The officer to whom the person is subordinate. |
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Is consent required even if the person resigns his previous post? |
Yes. |
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Does Para 422 apply to all posts under SP’s control? |
Yes. |
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Is prior approval mandatory before appointment? |
Yes. |
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Can SP bypass the previous controlling officer? |
No. |
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Does the Para prevent inter-departmental recruitment without approval? |
Yes. |
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Where are Paras regarding employment of civil pensioners found? |
Civil Service Regulations, Chapter XXI. |
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Which Articles deal with employment of pensioners? |
Articles 501, 510-A and 526. |
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PARA 423 |
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Certificate of appointment |
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What must be given to every person enrolled in the police force? |
Certificate of appointment. |
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In which form is the certificate issued? |
Form No. 25. |
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What does the certificate show? |
Date of enrolment. |
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How is the certificate provided? |
Mounted on cloth. |
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Under which Act is the certificate issued? |
Police Act. |
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When must the certificate be surrendered? |
On quitting the service. |
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Is the certificate permanent property of the officer? |
No. |
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Does Para 423 apply to temporarily employed men? |
Yes. |
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PARA 424 |
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Rules on the declaration of ownership and acquisition of landed property |
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Who must declare ownership and acquisition of landed property? |
Officer in superior service. |
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When must declaration of property be made? |
When first appointed. |
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Is subsequent declaration also required? |
Yes. |
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Does Para 424 prescribe detailed procedure? |
No. |
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Where are detailed Paras regarding declaration found? |
Manual of Government Orders. |
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PARA 425 |
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Rules for the appointment of clerical staff |
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Where are Rules for appointment of clerical staff contained? |
Chapter XXVIII of the Office Manual. |
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PARA 426 |
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Rules on cases in which officiating appointments may be made in temporary vacancies |
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Where are rules regarding officiating appointments contained? |
Chapter XIX of the Office Manual. |
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In what type of vacancies can officiating appointments be made? |
Temporary vacancies. |
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PARA 427 |
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No man may be appointed to act temporarily as a constable |
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Can a man be appointed temporarily as constable in a permanent vacancy? |
No. |
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Who have prior claim for temporary vacancies? |
Men on the register of candidates for recruitment. |
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Are un-enlisted registered candidates given preference? |
Yes. |
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What if no registered candidates are available? |
Others may be appointed. |
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Should temporarily appointed constables meet recruit qualifications? |
Yes. |
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Who must insist on qualification standards? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Does Para 427 allow temporary appointment in permanent vacancy? |
No. |
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Chapter XXX |
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PROMOTIONS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXX have in total? |
Para 428 to Para 463-A |
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PARA 428 |
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Promotion on Gazetted ranks of the force |
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Who makes promotion in gazetted ranks of the Force? |
Governor-in-Council. |
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Who specially selects the Inspector-General? |
Government. |
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From which rank is Deputy Inspector-General promoted? |
From Superintendents. |
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Is promotion to DIG by selection? |
Yes. |
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How is promotion from Assistant Superintendent to Superintendent made? |
By seniority. |
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What is a mandatory condition for promotion to Superintendent? |
Passing departmental examination for junior officers. |
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What additional requirement is needed for promotion to Superintendent? |
Certificates mentioned in paragraph 528(viii). |
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Can an officer be promoted without approved service? |
No. |
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Do Assistant Superintendents receive periodical increments? |
Yes. |
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Up to how many years are increments granted? |
From 1st to 26th year of service. |
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Are Assistant Superintendents on inferior scale? |
Yes. |
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Are Superintendents on superior scale? |
Yes. |
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What pay does an inferior scale officer draw when acting on superior scale? |
Same as superior scale officer of equal service length. |
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If no superior scale rate exists for service length, what pay is drawn? |
Lowest rate of superior scale. |
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When does first efficiency bar operate? |
After 9th year (inferior scale). |
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When does second efficiency bar operate? |
After 17th year (superior scale). |
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Who cannot pass the first efficiency bar? |
Officer unfit for superior scale appointment. |
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Who cannot pass the second efficiency bar? |
Officer unfit to hold charge of first-class district. |
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Is promotion to certain higher-paid Superintendent posts by selection? |
Yes. |
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Which Paras govern seniority of Indian Police Officers? |
Indian Police (Regulation of Seniority) Paras. |
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When were the Seniority Paras notified? |
13 February 1930. |
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Which department issued the Seniority Paras notification? |
Government of India, Home Department. |
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Is efficiency bar linked to fitness? |
Yes. |
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Is promotion to DIG automatic by seniority? |
No, by selection. |
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What is the core principle of Para 428? |
Promotion in gazetted ranks based on selection/seniority subject to exams, efficiency bars, and seniority Paras. |
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PARA 429 |
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Determination of seniority for officers of the Indian police |
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To whom does Para 429 apply? |
Officers of the Indian Police appointed after September 1894 and not promoted from Inspector rank. |
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How is seniority determined for officers appointed between 1 June 1903 and 3 April 1918? |
According to order of appointment to the service. |
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For 1903–1918 officers, is seniority based on departmental exam date? |
No. |
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If officers were appointed in the same year (1903–1918), how is relative seniority fixed? |
According to order of passing the competitive examination. |
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For officers appointed after 3 April 1918, what happens to their original seniority? |
It is retained irrespective of exam date. |
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Are Assistant Superintendents required to pass departmental exam? |
Yes. |
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Within how many years must departmental exam be passed? |
Within two years of appointment. |
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What is the consequence of failing exam within two years? |
Liable to be discharged from service. |
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Can exemption from departmental exam be granted? |
Yes. |
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Who may grant exemption or extension? |
Local Government. |
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Can Local Government extend exam period? |
Yes. |
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Can increments be withheld for not passing exam? |
Yes. |
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Can increments be sanctioned despite not passing exam? |
Yes, at discretion of Local Government. |
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How are officers appointed under reconstruction scheme 1919–20 graded? |
According to age. |
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Is grading under reconstruction scheme based on exam date? |
No. |
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What press communiqué governed reconstruction scheme appointments? |
Press communiqué dated 1 November 1912. |
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PARA 430 |
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The seniority of Dy. S.Ps will be according to the date of appointment |
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How is seniority of Deputy Superintendents determined? |
According to date of first appointment. |
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Who determines seniority if two Dy. S.Ps are appointed on the same date? |
Governor-in-Council. |
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How many time-scales of pay exist for Dy. S.Ps? |
Three. |
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Name the three time-scales of pay. |
Pre-1913, Post-1913, and 1939 Revised. |
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How many efficiency bars exist in pre-1913 scale? |
One. |
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How many efficiency bars exist in post-1913 scale? |
Two. |
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How many efficiency bars exist in 1939 revised scale? |
Two. |
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Do Dy. S.Ps receive periodical increments? |
Yes. |
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On what basis are increments granted? |
According to their time-scale. |
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Is promotion to higher pay posts automatic? |
No. |
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How is promotion to limited higher pay posts made? |
By selection. |
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From which scale are higher pay promotions made? |
Pre-1913 scale. |
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What is required for higher pay promotion? |
Outstanding merit. |
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PARA 431 |
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Consideration of seniority |
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Who does Para 431 apply to? |
Superintendents and Deputy Superintendents of Police. |
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In which case does Para 431 apply? |
When promoted to selection grades. |
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Does the Para apply to permanent promotion? |
Yes. |
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Does the Para apply to temporary promotion? |
Yes. |
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How is seniority determined in selection grades? |
Promoted officer is considered senior to those superseded. |
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PARA 432 |
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The calculation of the pay the officers of the provincial police |
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To whom does Para 432 apply? |
Officers of the Provincial Police Service. |
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From which date does this Para apply? |
After 8th November, 1927. |
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When does Para 432 apply to Provincial Police officers? |
When promoted to Indian Police or officiating in cadre posts. |
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Is pay calculation governed by special Paras? |
Yes. |
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From where are these pay calculation Paras derived? |
Resolution of Secretary of State for India in Council. |
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In which notification were these Paras reproduced? |
Home Department (Police) Notification No. F-113-III/24. |
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What is the date of the relevant notification? |
20th March, 1928. |
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PARA 433 |
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Maintenance of the confidential personal files of gazetted officers |
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For whom are confidential personal files maintained? |
All gazetted officers. |
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Who maintains the confidential personal files? |
Inspector-General of Police. |
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When are these files considered? |
When assessing fitness for promotion. |
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Are confidential files relevant for crossing efficiency bar? |
Yes. |
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Are files considered for selection posts? |
Yes. |
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Can officers inspect their confidential personal files? |
No. |
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Are confidential files used for promotion beyond efficiency bar? |
Yes. |
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Do confidential files affect selection-based promotions? |
Yes. |
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Must the Inspector-General follow any guiding principles? |
Yes, Manual of Government Orders. |
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What kind of defects may be recorded in the file? |
Defects capable of correction. |
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What is the second condition for recording defects? |
Likely to deprive officer of future promotion. |
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PARA 434 |
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The advancement of Inspectors |
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How is advancement of Inspectors regulated? |
By incremental time-scale. |
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Which paragraph is referred for incremental time-scale? |
Paragraph 463-A. |
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Who sanctions drawal of increments beyond efficiency bar? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Under which Para is sanction for crossing efficiency bar granted? |
Fundamental rule 25. |
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Who may withhold annual increments? |
Superintendent. |
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Under which Para can increments be withheld? |
Fundamental rule 24. |
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PARA 435 |
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Procedure for promotion to the rank of reserve Inspector |
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Who recommends a Sub-Inspector for Reserve Inspector training? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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From which branch are candidates primarily recommended? |
Armed Branch. |
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Can Civil Police Sub-Inspectors be recommended? |
Yes, if Armed Branch candidates are unavailable. |
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Who examines and interviews recommended candidates first? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Who nominates suitable candidates for State Selection Committee? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Who conducts final selection? |
State Selection Committee. |
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Who prescribes the training course? |
Inspector-General. |
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After successful training, where is the officer placed? |
Provincial List of Reserve Sub-Inspectors. |
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How is seniority on Provincial List determined? |
By date of selection. |
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If selected on same date, how is seniority fixed? |
By order of merit in final examination. |
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If equal marks are secured, how is seniority decided? |
By seniority as Sub-Inspector. |
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Who else is included in the Provincial List? |
Sub-Inspectors approved before 1 April 1948 or called Sergeants before that date. |
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Who makes promotion to Reserve Inspector? |
Deputy Inspector-General, Headquarters. |
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Is promotion normally by seniority? |
Yes. |
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Can an undeserving officer be passed over? |
Yes. |
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Can a particularly good officer be promoted out of turn? |
Yes. |
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Who fills temporary vacancies up to four months? |
Deputy Inspector-General of the Range. |
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Can temporary promotion ignore seniority? |
Yes. |
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Can a non-listed Sub-Inspector be promoted temporarily? |
Yes, if no listed officer is available. |
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Who can remove a name from the Provincial List? |
Deputy Inspector-General, Headquarters. |
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On what ground can removal be ordered? |
If officer is unfit for retention. |
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PARA 436 |
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Procedure for promotion to the rank of public prosecutor and circle inspector |
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On what basis is promotion to Public Prosecutor and Circle Inspector made? |
Provincial basis. |
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Who maintains the approved promotion lists? |
Inspector-General. |
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How many lists are maintained for officiating promotion? |
Four. |
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What is List I for? |
Public Prosecutor. |
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What is List II for? |
Circle Inspector. |
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What is List III for? |
Inspector in the Criminal Investigation Department. |
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What is List IV for? |
Inspector in the Central Investigating Agency, Government Railway Police. |
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Who initially nominates Sub-Inspectors for these lists? |
Superintendents of Police. |
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Can CID Branch officers nominate candidates? |
Yes. |
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Can Section Officers of Government Railway Police nominate? |
Yes. |
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Can SPs nominate Sub-Inspectors for Lists III and IV? |
Yes. |
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What is required for nomination to Lists III and IV? |
Aptitude for specialized work. |
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Is specialized aptitude necessary for CID promotion? |
Yes. |
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Is specialized aptitude necessary for Central Investigating Agency promotion? |
Yes. |
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Can a Sub-Inspector nominated for List II also be nominated for Lists III or IV? |
Yes. |
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Can a Sub-Inspector be included in more than one list? |
Yes. |
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Who forms opinion regarding suitability for multiple lists? |
Nominating officer. |
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Are these lists for permanent or officiating promotion? |
Officiating promotion. |
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Does the Inspector-General directly nominate candidates? |
No, nominations are made by SPs and other officers. |
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What is the core principle of Para 436? |
Provincial-level list-based officiating promotion with specialized aptitude requirements. |
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PARA 437 |
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Filling up of temporary vacancies in the rank of inspector |
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How are temporary vacancies in the rank of Inspector filled? |
By promotion. |
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Who fills temporary vacancies in district or range? |
Deputy Inspector-General of the Range. |
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From which list are officers promoted in district/range vacancies? |
Approved list for that class of Inspector. |
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Can any officer be promoted to fill temporary vacancy? |
No, only those on approved list. |
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Who fills temporary vacancies in Railway Police? |
Deputy Inspector-General, Railway Police. |
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Who fills temporary vacancies in CID? |
Assistant Inspector-General, Criminal Investigation Department. |
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From which list are Railway Police promotions made? |
Approved list for Central Investigating Agency. |
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From which list are CID promotions made? |
Approved list for Criminal Investigation Department. |
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PARA 438 |
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Annual addition of number of names for permanent promotion to the rank of public prosecutor |
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Who determines the annual number of names for permanent promotion? |
Inspector-General. |
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For which rank is the annual list prepared? |
Public Prosecutor and Circle Inspector. |
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Is the list prepared on a provincial basis? |
Yes. |
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How often is the number of names determined? |
Annually. |
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Who convenes the selection process? |
Inspector-General. |
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Who selects Sub-Inspectors for the permanent list? |
Inspector-General. |
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What is prepared after selection? |
Provincial list of approved officers. |
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Is the list for permanent promotion? |
Yes. |
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Does the Inspector-General fix seniority in the list? |
Yes. |
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On what basis is seniority determined in the list? |
Order fixed during selection. |
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Are only Sub-Inspectors eligible for inclusion? |
Yes. |
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Does Para 438 relate to officiating promotion? |
No, permanent promotion. |
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Is the number of vacancies predetermined annually? |
Yes. |
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Who controls both number and order of promotion? |
Inspector-General. |
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Does Para 438 ensure structured annual promotion planning? |
Yes. |
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Is seniority for permanent promotion decided at time of list preparation? |
Yes. |
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PARA 439 |
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In annual tour inspection, D.I.G. (Range) will require to inquire about all sub-Inspectors |
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During which inspection is inquiry about Sub-Inspectors made? |
Annual tour inspection. |
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Who conducts this annual inspection? |
Deputy Inspector-General of the Range. |
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Which Sub-Inspectors are reviewed? |
Those approved for officiating or permanent promotion. |
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Promotion to which rank is concerned under Para 439? |
Inspector. |
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What does DIG assess during inspection? |
Work performance during the year. |
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Is general reputation of officer examined? |
Yes. |
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From whom does DIG make inquiries? |
District Magistrates and Superintendents of Police. |
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Are officers personally interviewed? |
Yes. |
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Can DIG inspect police stations of such officers? |
Yes. |
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In which month does DIG record his opinion? |
April. |
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When does touring season end? |
April. |
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What must DIG clearly state in his report? |
Whether name should remain or be removed. |
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Must reasons be given for recommending removal? |
Yes. |
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In certain districts, who performs Collector’s functions? |
Additional District Magistrate (Executive). |
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Who reviews approved Sub-Inspectors in CID? |
Deputy Inspector-General, CID. |
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Who reviews approved Sub-Inspectors in Railway Police? |
Assistant Inspector-General, Railway Police. |
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When are CID and Railway reports prepared? |
In April annually. |
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Before whom are these reports placed? |
Committee convened by Inspector-General. |
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Under which paragraph is the committee convened? |
Paragraph 438. |
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Who orders removal if committee agrees? |
The committee. |
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Can officer recommended for removal be promoted immediately? |
No. |
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Until when is promotion withheld? |
Until committee decision. |
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How are temporary vacancies filled pending decision? |
By next officer on approved list. |
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Does DIG alone remove a name from list? |
No, committee approval required. |
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What is the core principle of Para 439? |
Annual DIG review with committee-controlled retention or removal from approved promotion list. |
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PARA 440. [Omitted] |
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PARA 441 |
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Regulation of advancement of sub-inspectors |
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How is advancement of Sub-Inspectors regulated? |
By incremental time-scale. |
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Which paragraph governs the time-scale? |
Paragraph 463-A. |
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Who can withhold increments of Sub-Inspectors? |
Superintendent. |
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Under which rule can increments be withheld? |
Fundamental rule 24. |
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Who sanctions increments beyond efficiency bar? |
Superintendent. |
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Under which rule is efficiency bar sanction given? |
Fundamental rule 25. |
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Who determines eligibility above efficiency bar? |
Superintendent. |
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Must Superintendent certify fitness for efficiency bar crossing? |
Yes. |
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Can fitness to hold charge of a police station qualify for advancement? |
Yes. |
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Is competency as prosecuting officer a criterion? |
Yes. |
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Is fitness for CID Investigating Branch a criterion? |
Yes. |
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Can fitness as Senior Armed Police Sub-Inspector qualify? |
Yes. |
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Is fitness to command a platoon in military police relevant? |
Yes. |
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PARA 442 |
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DIG must give a note for reasons of supersession |
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When is DIG’s concurrence required? |
When promotion requires his approval. |
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What must be sent to DIG for such promotion? |
Character rolls of concerned officers. |
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Whose character rolls must be forwarded? |
Officer to be promoted and officers proposed to be superseded. |
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Is documentation mandatory for supersession? |
Yes. |
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Must reasons for supersession be recorded? |
Yes. |
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In what form are reasons submitted? |
In a note. |
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Who receives the note of reasons? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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PARA 443. [Omitted] |
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PARA 444 |
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LIST OF ALL SUB-INSPECTORS SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO D.I.G. |
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What document must be submitted annually under Para 444? |
List of all Sub-Inspectors. |
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In which form is the list prepared? |
Form No. 116. |
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Which categories of Sub-Inspectors are included? |
Civil, Armed and Mounted Police. |
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To whom is the list submitted? |
Deputy Inspector-General of the Range. |
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On which date is the list submitted? |
1st September every year. |
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What pay detail must be mentioned? |
Present pay as on 1st September. |
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What increment detail must be mentioned? |
Date of next increment. |
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Is submission of the list annual? |
Yes. |
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Is a duplicate copy required? |
Yes. |
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Where is the duplicate copy sent? |
Police Headquarters, Allahabad. |
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PARA 445 |
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Criteria for constable and head constable to be promoted as Sub-Inspector |
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Para 445 deals with promotion from which ranks to Sub-Inspector? |
Constable and Head Constable. |
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Maximum age for nomination to SI Civil Police is? |
Not more than 40 years. |
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Age is calculated with reference to which date? |
1st January of the year of selection. |
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Minimum service required for eligibility is? |
Three years. |
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A Constable above 40 years with 3 years’ service is eligible? |
No. |
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Educational qualification required for Constable is? |
Intermediate or equivalent. |
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What is the alternative qualification for Constable? |
Passing Head Constable Civil Police Course. |
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If Head Constable Civil Police Course is passed, is Intermediate required? |
No. |
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Is there educational restriction for Head Constables? |
No. |
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SI Civil Police course is conducted at? |
Police Training College, Moradabad. |
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Applications for selection are invited in which month? |
January. |
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Notice inviting applications must be published how? |
In detail and widely circulated. |
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Must notice be sent to deputation/leave personnel? |
Yes. |
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Duty to circulate notice lies upon whom? |
District Police Superintendent/Unit Incharge. |
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Time granted for submitting application is? |
Six weeks. |
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Applications are scrutinized by? |
SP/Unit Incharge office. |
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Purpose of scrutiny is? |
To exclude ineligible candidates. |
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Pre-examination consists of how many papers? |
One paper. |
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Total marks of pre-exam are? |
50 marks. |
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Pre-exam paper contains how many parts? |
Three parts. |
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Number of legal questions in pre-exam? |
Three. |
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Number of procedural questions? |
Three. |
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Number of GK & Essay questions? |
Three. |
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Essay question is? |
Compulsory. |
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Total questions to be attempted in pre-exam? |
Five. |
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Marks for compulsory question? |
10 marks. |
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Marks for other questions? |
8 marks each. |
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Pre-exam is conducted under supervision of? |
Police Headquarters. |
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Pre-exam is conducted at? |
All districts on fixed date. |
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Answer books are sent to whom? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Evaluation is done by whom? |
Board of three SPs. |
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Qualifying marks in pre-exam are? |
50%. |
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After written test, character roll is examined by? |
Board of DIGs, PAC Commandant & local SP. |
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Physical fitness is tested through? |
General drill and physical examination. |
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Standards for marking are fixed by? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Candidates qualifying pre-exam are called? |
Nominated persons of the Range. |
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Main examination consists of how many papers? |
Three papers. |
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Subjects of main exam are? |
Law, Police Procedure, Essay & GK. |
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Marks for each main paper? |
50 marks. |
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Questions of main exam are prepared at? |
Central level. |
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Main exam answer books are sent to? |
DIG Headquarters. |
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Evaluation of main exam is done by? |
Board of SPs. |
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Minimum qualifying marks in each paper? |
30%. |
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Minimum aggregate qualifying marks? |
40%. |
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Merit list after main exam is prepared by? |
Superintendent of Police (according to merit). |
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Candidates called for interview are how many times vacancies? |
Four times. |
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Interview Board consists of? |
Two DIGs and one SP nominated by IG. |
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Total marks for interview including service record? |
150 marks. |
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Minimum qualifying marks in interview? |
40%. |
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Character roll is examined again at interview stage? |
Yes. |
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Final merit list is prepared by adding? |
Written + Interview marks. |
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Is physical examination mandatory? |
Yes. |
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Is service record considered in final selection? |
Yes. |
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Does passing pre-exam ensure final selection? |
No. |
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Selection is ultimately based on? |
Merit. |
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Para 446. [Omitted] |
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PARA 447 |
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Procedure for recruitment to the rank of Sub-Inspector (Armed police/Platoon commander) |
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Para 447 relates to recruitment of which rank? |
Sub-Inspector (Armed Police/Platoon Commander). |
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Recruitment to SI (Armed Police) is made in how many categories? |
Two categories. |
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What percentage of posts are filled by selection from ranks? |
80%. |
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What percentage of posts are filled by direct recruitment? |
20%. |
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80% quota applies to which posts? |
Both temporary and permanent posts. |
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20% quota applies to which posts? |
Both temporary and permanent posts. |
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The cadre referred under Para 447 is? |
Combined cadre of SI Armed Police/Platoon Commander. |
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Category (a) refers to which mode of recruitment? |
Selection from ranks. |
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Category (b) refers to which mode of recruitment? |
Direct recruitment. |
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Under 80% quota, selection is made from which rank? |
Head Constables of Armed Police. |
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Who nominates candidates under 80% quota (Range cases)? |
Range Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Who nominates candidates under PAC? |
Deputy Inspector General, Provincial Armed Constabulary. |
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Who nominates candidates in case of Railway Police? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Headquarters. |
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Nomination under 80% quota is done as required by whom? |
Inspector General. |
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PARA 448 |
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Training schedule for candidate selected under para 447 |
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Para 448 deals with what subject? |
Training schedule of candidates selected under Para 447. |
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Total duration of training under Para 448(1) is? |
7 months. |
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The 7 months training is conducted at? |
Armed Training Centre, Sitapur. |
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The 7 months training includes practical training of how long? |
One month. |
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Practical training is conducted in which units? |
Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) Units. |
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Candidates selected under which Para undergo training under Para 448? |
Para 447. |
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Does Para 448 apply to both nominated and directly selected candidates? |
Yes. |
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Candidates under Para 447(b) must undergo preliminary training of how long? |
Two months. |
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Preliminary training for Para 447(b) candidates is conducted at? |
Armed Training Centre, Sitapur. |
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PARA 448A |
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Consideration of seniority of the Sub-Inspectors (Armed Police) |
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Para 448-A deals with what subject? |
Seniority of Sub-Inspectors (Armed Police). |
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Relative seniority is governed primarily by? |
Date of passing SI Armed Police Course. |
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Seniority is based on which course? |
Sub-Inspector Armed Police Course. |
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If two officers pass the course on different dates, seniority depends on? |
Earlier date of passing. |
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If two officers pass the same course together, seniority depends on? |
Position obtained in final examination. |
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In same batch, merit position is determined by? |
Final examination marks. |
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Between two candidates obtaining equal marks, who gets seniority first? |
Promoted candidate. |
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Promoted candidate takes seniority over whom? |
Directly recruited candidate. |
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If both candidates are directly recruited and obtain equal marks, seniority is decided by? |
Age. |
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In case of directly recruited candidates, who gets seniority if marks are equal? |
Older candidate. |
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If both candidates are ranker cadets with equal marks, seniority is decided by? |
Length of service. |
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For ranker cadets, what determines seniority in tie cases? |
Length of service. |
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PARA 449 |
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Promotion of head constable mounted police done by DIG |
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Para 449 deals with promotion of which rank? |
Head Constable (Mounted Police). |
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In Mounted Police, promotion to Head Constable is made by whom? |
Deputy Inspector General (DIG). |
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In branches other than Mounted Police, promotion to Head Constable is made by whom? |
Superintendent. |
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Promotion by Superintendent is subject to whose control? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Advancement of Head Constables is regulated by what system? |
Incremental time-scale. |
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Time-scale regulation is referred under which paragraph? |
Paragraph 463-A. |
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Who is empowered under Fundamental Para 24 to withhold annual increment? |
Superintendent. |
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Fundamental Para 24 relates to what? |
Withholding of annual increment. |
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Head Constables holding permanent post on which date are specially protected? |
1st April 1945. |
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What benefit is given to Head Constables holding permanent post on 1st April 1945? |
Re-fixation of pay in time-scale. |
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Pay re-fixation is allowed when? |
When grade promotion pay exceeds time-scale pay. |
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Re-fixation is done at which stage? |
Stage corresponding to grade pay in time-scale. |
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Is grade promotion actually granted in such cases? |
Yes, on paper. |
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Grade promotion is recorded where? |
In the nominal roll. |
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Paper promotion continues until when? |
Until maximum of time-scale is reached. |
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PARA 450 |
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Permanent promotion to the rank of head constable in the civil and Armed Police |
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Para 450 deals with promotion to which rank? |
Head Constable. |
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Para 450 applies to which branches? |
Civil Police and Armed Police. |
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Permanent promotion to Head Constable is made by whom? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Promotion by SP is subject to whose control? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Promotion is made from which rank? |
Constable. |
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Eligible Constables must qualify under which paragraphs? |
Paragraph 454 or 455. |
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After promotion, a Head Constable remains on probation for how long? |
One year. |
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Who confirms a Head Constable after probation? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Confirmation depends upon what condition? |
Satisfactory work. |
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If work is unsatisfactory during probation, SP may? |
Revert to substantive rank of Constable. |
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Reversion during probation requires what procedural safeguard? |
Written notice of complaints and grounds. |
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Before reversion, the Head Constable must be given what opportunity? |
Opportunity to show cause. |
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Must explanation of probationer be considered before reversion? |
Yes. |
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Can probation period be extended? |
Yes. |
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Maximum extension of probation is? |
One year. |
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Reasons for extension must be? |
Recorded in writing. |
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Must reasons for postponement be communicated? |
Yes. |
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If probation is extended, confirmation takes effect from? |
Date of expiry of extended probation. |
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PARA 451. [Omitted] PARA 452. [Omitted] PARA 453. [Omitted] |
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PARA 454 |
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Eligibility criteria for constables to be promoted as head constables |
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Para 454 deals with eligibility for promotion to which rank? |
Head Constable. |
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Para 454 applies to which category of personnel? |
Constables. |
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Constables of which branch qualified before 1 January 1941 are eligible? |
Civil Police. |
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The crucial date mentioned in Para 454(a) is? |
1st January 1941. |
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Civil Police Constables qualified before 1.1.1941 must also pass which course? |
Course prescribed by Inspector General. |
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Who prescribes the additional course under Para 454(a)? |
Inspector General. |
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Armed Police Constables must possess which certificate for eligibility? |
Regimental Drill Certificate. |
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Regimental Drill Certificate applies to which branch? |
Armed Police. |
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Constables of Civil and Armed Police are eligible if they pass which course? |
Prescribed course at Police Training School, Sitapur. |
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Police Training School mentioned in Para 454 is located at? |
Sitapur. |
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PARA 455 |
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Promotion of constable as head constable by the approval of DIG (Range) |
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Para 455 deals with promotion of which rank? |
Head Constable. |
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Para 455 applies to constables unable to qualify under which Para? |
Para 454. |
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Who approves promotion of specially deserving Civil Police constables? |
Range Deputy Inspector-General of Police. |
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Maximum percentage of Head Constables promoted in district for Watch & Ward Duty? |
20%. |
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Does para 455 apply to Criminal Investigation Department (CID)? |
Yes. |
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Who approves CID constables’ promotion? |
DIG, Criminal Investigation Department. |
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Maximum percentage of Head Constables promoted in CID? |
50% of sanctioned posts. |
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Does para 455 apply to Armed Police constables? |
Yes. |
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Who approves promotion in Armed Police? |
DIG, Headquarters. |
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Maximum percentage of Head Constables promoted in Armed Police? |
2.5% of sanctioned posts. |
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Promotions under para 455 are for which kind of constables? |
Specially deserving constables. |
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Is approval of DIG mandatory for such promotions? |
Yes. |
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Para 455 specifies promotion limit for district Watch & Ward? |
20% of sanctioned Head Constables. |
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Para 455 specifies promotion limit for CID? |
50% of sanctioned Head Constables. |
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Para 455 specifies promotion limit for Armed Police? |
2.5% of sanctioned Head Constables. |
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PARA 456 |
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Promotion of constables to the rank of head constables will be made by seniority |
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Para 456 deals with promotion to which rank? |
Head Constable. |
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Para 456 applies to which branches? |
Civil Police and Armed Police. |
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Promotion under para 456 is based on what principle? |
Seniority. |
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Seniority is determined from which list? |
List of constables qualified for promotion. |
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Among constables from different sessions, seniority is based on? |
Session at which they qualified. |
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Among constables of the same session, seniority is based on? |
Aggregate marks obtained. |
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Among constables of same session with equal marks, seniority is based on? |
Length of service. |
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Does para 456 consider Police Training School qualification? |
Yes. |
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Is promotion under para 456 merit-based or seniority-based? |
Seniority-based. |
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Are marks in aggregate considered in seniority? |
Yes, for same session. |
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PARA 457 |
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Selection of ‘Y’ student in training |
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Para 457 deals with which kind of student? |
‘Y’ student. |
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Who can be designated as a ‘Y’ student? |
Any student displaying outstanding ability. |
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Outstanding ability is judged in which course? |
Qualifying course under para 454(c). |
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Who designates a student as a ‘Y’ student? |
Examination Board. |
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Where is the ‘Y’ student designation recorded? |
Character roll. |
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What benefit does a ‘Y’ student get? |
Eligibility for accelerated promotion. |
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PARA 458 |
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List of mounted police constables maintained by P.H.Q. |
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Para 458 deals with which branch of police? |
Mounted Police. |
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Who maintains the State list of Mounted Police constables? |
Police Headquarters (PHQ). |
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Which course must be qualified for inclusion in the State list? |
Advance Course of Training under Para 86. |
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How is seniority determined among different course pass-outs? |
By date of passing the course. |
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How is seniority determined among same course pass-outs? |
By aggregate marks in final exam. |
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How is tie in marks resolved among same course pass-outs? |
By length of service as Mounted Police constable. |
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Who fills all vacancies of Head Constables, Mounted Police? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Headquarters. |
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Vacancies are filled according to what? |
Seniority from the State list. |
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Who can fill temporary vacancies of less than three months? |
Range Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Temporary promotion is from where? |
Approved candidate in his Range. |
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Can a Range DIG remove a constable from State list? |
Yes. |
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Removal from State list is based on what? |
Subsequent work and conduct proving unsuitability. |
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PARA 459 |
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List of mounted police head constables approved for the promotion of the Sub-Inspector will be maintained by PHQ |
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Para 459 deals with promotion to which rank? |
Sub-Inspector, Mounted Police. |
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Who maintains the Approved List of Head Constables for promotion? |
Police Headquarters (PHQ). |
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Minimum approved service required for inclusion in Approved List? |
3 years as Head Constable. |
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Maximum age for normal nomination to Approved List? |
40 years. |
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Maximum age for exceptional nomination by Range DIG? |
45 years. |
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Exceptional nomination is based on what criterion? |
Outstanding merit. |
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Who prescribes the Central Department Test for promotion? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Who appears in the Central Department Test? |
Head Constables nominated for Approved List. |
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Who is included in the Approved List? |
Only those selected in the Central Department Test. |
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Who fills all permanent vacancies of Sub-Inspector, Mounted Police? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Headquarters. |
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Vacancies are filled according to what principle? |
Seniority from Approved List. |
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Who can fill temporary vacancies of less than 3 months? |
Range Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Temporary promotion is from where? |
Approved candidates in the Range. |
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Can Range DIG remove names from the Approved List? |
Yes. |
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Removal from Approved List is based on what? |
Unsuitable subsequent work and conduct. |
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Can removed Head Constable be reconsidered? |
Yes, if eligible for Central Department Test. |
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Is age relaxation allowed in exceptional cases? |
Yes, up to 45 years. |
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Is PHQ involved in temporary vacancy promotions? |
No, Range DIG handles |
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Are only Head Constables included in Approved List? |
Yes. |
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Is Central Department Test mandatory for inclusion? |
Yes. |
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Does the Approved List determine permanent promotion sequence? |
Yes, by seniority. |
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Is outstanding merit a criterion for standard nominations? |
Only in exceptional cases. |
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Who supervises permanent promotions from Approved List? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Headquarters. |
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Can a Head Constable reappear for the Test after removal? |
Yes, if meeting qualifications. |
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Is the Approved List branch-specific? |
Yes, Mounted Police only. |
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PARA 459-A |
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Promotion of Head constables and sub-Inspectors of mounted police |
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Para 459-A deals with promotion of which branch? |
Mounted Police. |
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Who are covered under para 459-A? |
Constables and Head Constables promoted to Head Constable or Sub-Inspector. |
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Probation period for promoted Head Constables, Mounted Police? |
1 year. |
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Probation period for promoted Sub-Inspectors, Mounted Police? |
2 years. |
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Who confirms a probationer after satisfactory work? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Headquarters. |
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Who can recommend reversion of an unsatisfactory probationer? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Before reversion, probationer must be given what? |
Written specific complaints and show-cause opportunity. |
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Who forwards probationer’s explanation for reversion? |
Through Range DIG to Deputy Inspector General, HQ. |
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Can Deputy Inspector General, HQ, extend probation? |
Yes, up to one year. |
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Reasons for extension must be communicated to whom? |
Probationer, in writing. |
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Confirmation after extended probation takes effect from when? |
Date of expiry of extended probation. |
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Is probation mandatory for all promoted Mounted Police personnel? |
Yes. |
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Can a probationer be reverted without notice? |
No. |
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Reversion process involves which levels? |
SP → Range DIG → DIG, HQ. |
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Maximum extension of probation? |
1 year. |
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Is written communication required for both reversion and extension? |
Yes. |
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Does confirmation depend on conduct and work? |
Yes. |
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Does para 459-A apply to temporary promotions? |
Yes, if they are substantive promotions under 458/459. |
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Who finally confirms the probationer? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police, Headquarters. |
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PARA 460 |
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Conditions for advancement of constables in all branches |
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Para 460 deals with advancement of which rank? |
Constables in all branches. |
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Advancement is regulated by what system? |
Incremental time-scale. |
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What is at the top of the incremental time-scale? |
Selection grade with fixed posts. |
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Who promotes constables to the selection grade? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Promotion to selection grade is from which class? |
‘B’ Class constables. |
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What kind of record is required for promotion to selection grade? |
Eminently meritorious record. |
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Who has authority to withhold an increment? |
Superintendent of Police (Fundamental Para 24). |
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Do retired constables re-employed get previous service counted for increments? |
Yes, if previous service counts for pension under Articles 514 & 519. |
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Are ex-soldiers or resigned police re-enlisted officers treated specially? |
Yes, see paragraphs 410 and 418. |
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Where are Paras for promotion from ‘B’ Class to ‘A’ Class mentioned? |
Paragraph 542. |
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PARA 461 |
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Promotion of Nominal Roll |
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Para 461 deals with what aspect of police records? |
Nominal Rolls. |
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Where must nominal rolls be kept? |
Every district, G.R.P. Section, C.I.D., and all other branches. |
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In which form are Nominal Rolls maintained? |
Form No. 362. |
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Where are promotions recorded in Nominal Rolls? |
In the remark column. |
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PARA 462 |
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Promotion and reversion rolls |
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Para 462 deals with which type of rolls? |
Promotion and Reversion Rolls. |
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Are promotion and reversion rolls maintained together or separately? |
Separately. |
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Which ranks do these rolls cover? |
All ranks in all branches. |
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Who maintains the promotion and reversion rolls? |
The accountant. |
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Which columns does the accountant fill? |
First three columns. |
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To whom are the rolls submitted after initial entries? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who fills columns 4 and 5 of the roll? |
Superintendent of Police, by hand. |
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What is mentioned in column 5? |
Names of any officer superseded with brief reasons. |
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When is the first supersession noted in the character roll? |
On the first occasion of officer’s supersession. |
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Are reasons for supersession required? |
Yes, brief note in roll and character roll. |
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Are these rolls used for officiating, substantive, or both promotions? |
Both officiating and substantive promotions. |
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Does para 462 apply to all branches of police? |
Yes. |
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Are character rolls linked to promotion and reversion rolls? |
Yes. |
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Is the Superintendent’s entry in the rolls handwritten? |
Yes. |
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Is the accountant responsible for including necessary papers? |
Yes, when submitting to Superintendent. |
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Do these rolls record reversion as well as promotion? |
Yes. |
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PARA 463 |
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Orders relating to increments of pay of Sub-Inspectors |
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Para 463 deals with increments of pay for which ranks? |
Sub-Inspectors, under-officers, and constables of all branches. |
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Who notes orders relating to increments? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Where are increment orders recorded? |
Remarks column of Nominal Roll. |
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How often is the Nominal Roll submitted? |
On the tenth day of every month. |
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What must be done when an increment is withheld? |
Entry with reasons in character roll and nominal roll. |
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Maximum period for withholding an increment at a time? |
One year. |
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Can increments be withheld for more than one year? |
Yes, by separate annual orders, maximum three years. |
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Which Fundamental Para is referenced for withholding increments? |
Fundamental Para 24. |
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Is withholding increment following departmental trial covered elsewhere? |
Yes, paragraph 482-A. |
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Must the order specify period when increment is withheld? |
Yes. |
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Does para 463 apply to all branches? |
Yes. |
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Are reasons for withholding increment mandatory? |
Yes, in character roll and nominal roll. |
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Can multiple years’ withholding be ordered in a single order? |
No, separate orders each year. |
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Who is responsible for compliance with FR 24? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Is this procedure applicable to permanent and probationary officers? |
Yes. |
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Where is the official record of increments maintained? |
Nominal Roll. |
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Are character rolls linked to increment orders? |
Yes. |
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Maximum cumulative period increments can be withheld? |
Three years. |
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Does para 463 cover only withholding or also granting increments? |
Both, but emphasis on withholding procedure. |
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Is monthly submission of Nominal Roll mandatory? |
Yes. |
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PARA [463-A] |
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Para 463-A deals with which police ranks? |
Subordinate ranks of the police force. |
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Under which Act has the Governor decided these conditions? |
Police Act, Section 2. |
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What aspects of service are covered? |
Pay, leave, pension, allowance, provident fund, and other conditions. |
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Which Paras regulate conditions not provided in these regulations? |
General Paras made by the Governor under para (b) of sub-section (2) of Section 241, Government of India Act, 1935. |
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Pending issue of new Paras, which Paras apply? |
Paras in force under Section 276 of Government of India Act, 1935. |
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Which order also governs transitory provisions? |
Paragraph 15(2) of Government of India (Commencement and Transitory Provisions) Order, 1936. |
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Are conditions of service under para 463-A specific or general? |
General, for aspects not covered by other regulations. |
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Does para 463-A cover provident fund? |
Yes. |
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Does para 463-A cover allowances? |
Yes. |
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Does para 463-A cover pension? |
Yes. |
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Is para 463-A linked to the Governor’s powers? |
Yes, under Section 241(2)(b) of Government of India Act, 1935. |
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Which Section provides interim authority for existing Paras? |
Section 276 of Government of India Act, 1935. |
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Chapter XXXI |
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REWARDS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXI have in total? |
Para 464 to Para 476 |
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PARA 464 |
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Kinds of Rewards |
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How many kinds of rewards are there under para 464? |
Four kinds. |
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What is Class (a) reward? |
For information leading to arrest and conviction of criminals. |
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What is Class (b) reward? |
For good service, bravery, meritorious work during training, and marksmanship. |
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What is Class (c) reward? |
Rewards to village guard for meritorious or special services. |
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What is Class (d) reward? |
Rewards paid by other departments, courts, private companies, or persons. |
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Which rewards are paid from the same grant? |
Classes (a) and (b). |
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Can Class (a) rewards be given to private persons? |
Yes. |
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Can Class (b) rewards be given to private persons? |
Yes, non-gazetted officers as well. |
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Can Class (a) rewards be given to village guard? |
Yes. |
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Can Class (b) rewards be given to village guard? |
No. |
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Who administers the provisional grant of rewards? |
Inspector General and Deputy Inspector General. |
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Who allocates reward funds to districts and sections? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Can extra funds be allotted beyond the maximum for a district? |
Yes, in special circumstances of extraordinary importance. |
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Who monitors expenditure on rewards at the district level? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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When must probable excess or savings be reported to Deputy Inspector General? |
By 15th January. |
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Who can re-appropriate savings of rewards? |
Deputy Inspectors General. |
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Is the CID reward grant separate from the provincial grant? |
Yes, for Classes (a) and (b). |
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Who exercises powers over CID reward grant? |
Deputy Inspector General, CID. |
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Are rewards for Classes (a) and (b) given to gazetted officers? |
No, only non-gazetted officers and private persons. |
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What is the condition for extra expenditure beyond normal allotment? |
Extraordinary importance or special circumstances. |
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PARA 465 |
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Reawards of Class (a) |
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Who can offer and pay Class (a) rewards? |
Superintendent of Police, Inspector General, Deputy Inspector General, Deputy Inspector General CID, or Inspector with Government sanction. |
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Maximum reward by Superintendent of Police? |
Rs. 250 per criminal. |
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Maximum reward by IG, DIG, or DIG CID? |
Rs. 2000 per criminal. |
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Maximum reward by Inspector with Government sanction? |
Any sum. |
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For what is Class (a) reward ordinarily offered? |
Arrest and conviction. |
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Can wording of proclamation be determined by officer? |
Yes. |
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Can Class (a) reward be paid for arrest alone? |
Yes, under certain conditions. |
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When can part or whole reward be paid immediately after arrest? |
If trial is likely protracted and work merit unaffected. |
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When can reward be paid after trial despite no conviction? |
If no fault of officer or person effecting arrest. |
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Can reward be offered for capture of criminal dead or alive? |
No. |
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Is reward limited to arrested criminals only? |
Yes. |
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Does officer have discretion in partial reward payment? |
Yes. |
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Is conviction mandatory for full reward? |
Ordinarily yes, but exceptions allowed. |
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Which officers require Government sanction for any sum? |
Inspector. |
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Is Superintendent empowered to pay reward for arrest only? |
Yes, within limits. |
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Does Class (a) cover information leading to conviction? |
Yes. |
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Can DIG CID offer reward independently? |
Yes, up to Rs. 2000. |
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Is payment before trial allowed? |
Yes, if conditions met. |
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Is Class (a) reward for dead criminals allowed? |
No. |
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PARA 466 |
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Rewards of Class (b) |
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Who can pay Class (b) rewards up to Rs.100? |
Superintendent on his own authority. |
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Maximum Class (b) reward with DIG sanction? |
Rs. 1000. |
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Who sanctions larger Class (b) rewards beyond Rs.1000? |
Inspector General of Police through DIG. |
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Minimum reward for Sub-Inspectors? |
Rs. 10. |
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Should rewards be mechanically proportioned to salary? |
No. |
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Who should get bulk of reward if main credit belongs to a constable? |
Constable or under-officer. |
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How should officers of higher rank be recognized? |
Good entries in character rolls, not cash rewards. |
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Should officers magnify their own performance at expense of subordinates? |
No. |
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When should rewards be given to public prosecutors? |
Only for particularly difficult or complex cases. |
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Is reward justified if case success is due to investigating staff? |
No. |
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Who must sanction reward to prosecuting officers to avoid audit objection? |
Range DIG, except for Excise and Gambling Acts. |
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Are smart arrests under Section 109 CrPC/sec 128 BNSS rewardable? |
Yes. |
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Are Section 110 CrPC/SEC 129 BNSS cases ordinarily rewardable? |
No. |
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What if officer incurs expenses prosecuting a Section 110 CrPC/SEC 129 BNSS case? |
Bring matter to DIG for reimbursement. |
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Are rewards given for general good work? |
No, only for particular acts of special merit. |
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Are rewards for good marksmanship admissible? |
Yes, during annual musketry competitions. |
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Should rewards be routine for ordinary duties? |
No. |
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Are rewards given to recruits as a matter of routine? |
No. |
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When are rewards given to recruits in training? |
Only for special aptitude, exceptional keenness, or efficiency. |
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Examples of particular acts meriting Class (b) rewards? |
Good arrests, detection, special service, marksmanship. |
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PARA 467 |
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Rewards of Class (c) |
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From where are Class (c) rewards paid? |
Provisional grant with annual district allotments. |
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What are the two heads for Class (c) rewards? |
(1) Meritorious services, (2) Special services. |
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Should routine duties be rewarded under Class (c)? |
Yes, prompt and energetic performance must not be overlooked. |
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What falls under head (1) rewards? |
Definite acts of good service or bravery, like Class (b) rewards. |
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What falls under head (2) rewards? |
General good work, reporting births/deaths, surveillance, guarding trains, watching roads during fairs/festivals. |
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Maximum reward Superintendent can sanction per occasion? |
Rs. 20. |
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Who sanctions larger individual rewards? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Who ensures recipients are promptly paid? |
First gazetted officer inspecting the police station if not paid by or in presence of gazetted officer. |
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Should rewards under head (2) be freely given? |
Yes. |
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Can district allotment be transferred as savings to other heads? |
No. |
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Are applications for additional grants considered? |
Yes, favourably. |
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Are rewards of Class (c) only for guard? |
Yes. |
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PARA 468 |
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Payment of Rewards |
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Can any reward of Classes (a), (b), or (c) be paid without Superintendent’s order? |
No. |
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Who maintains the Reward Register? |
Superintendent’s Readers. |
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Which columns does the Reader fill in the Reward Register? |
Columns 1 to 5. |
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Who compares the register entries with the reward roll? |
Superintendent. |
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How often is the Reward Register handed to the Accountant? |
Twice or three times a month. |
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What does the Accountant prepare from the register? |
Reward bill including all sanctioned rewards. |
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What is noted in the last column of the register? |
Bill number, date, amount drawn, and balance available. |
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PARA 469 |
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Procedure for those rewards, on whom the sanction of DIG or other higher authority is required |
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How are rewards requiring DIG or higher sanction forwarded? |
Extract from reward register in duplicate, Form No. 227. |
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What happens if the sanctioning authority approves the reward? |
One signed copy is returned to the district and attached to the contingent bill. |
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Who submits recommendations for such rewards to Superintendent? |
Assistant or Deputy Superintendent of Sub-divisions, courts, inspectors, and station officers. |
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What must accompany reward recommendations? |
Case diaries or other papers. |
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What must Superintendent ensure before entering reward in register? |
That the reward is fully justified. |
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How should the total reward be recorded in the register? |
Written in words by the Superintendent. |
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Can rewards be sanctioned without Superintendent’s verification? |
No. |
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Are duplicate copies required when forwarding to DIG? |
Yes. |
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Does the signed copy form part of the contingent bill? |
Yes. |
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Who is the final authority to approve rewards beyond Superintendent limit? |
Deputy Inspector General or higher. |
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Is Form No. 227 mandatory for such rewards? |
Yes. |
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Can recommendations be made directly by constables? |
No, only by authorized officers. |
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Must all supporting documents accompany the recommendation? |
Yes. |
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Who attaches the sanctioned copy to the contingent bill? |
District Superintendent. |
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Is the reward amount recorded numerically or in words? |
In words. |
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Does the Superintendent enter the reward in the register before sanction? |
No, only after verification. |
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Can rewards be drawn from treasury without sanction? |
No. |
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Are court recommendations acceptable for reward sanction? |
Yes. |
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Must Assistant or Deputy Superintendent’s recommendation be verified? |
Yes, by Superintendent. |
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Is the procedure uniform for all rewards requiring higher sanction? |
Yes. |
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PARA 470 |
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Rewards of Class (d) |
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Where must all Class (d) rewards be shown? |
In the reward register. |
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Does Superintendent need to enter Class (d) rewards personally? |
No. |
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Who sends Class (d) rewards from other departments? |
Other departments to Superintendent of Police. |
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How should the sum be recorded? |
Credited in the cash-book and disbursed ordinarily. |
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Must money from other departments be deposited in treasury? |
No, if disbursed within one month. |
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What about rewards sanctioned by Courts? |
Deposit in treasury as ‘Police receipts’ and refund voucher issued to Superintendent. |
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How soon should Court or departmental rewards be disbursed? |
Within one month of receipt by Superintendent. |
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Are Class (d) rewards part of annual returns and character rolls? |
Yes. |
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Who verifies credit for Court-sanctioned rewards? |
Treasury after refund voucher verification. |
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Is Class (d) reward drawn from public account? |
Yes. |
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Does Superintendent have control over disbursement? |
Yes. |
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Are Class (d) rewards recorded differently from Classes (a–c)? |
Partially; shown in register but personal entry not required. |
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Can delay in disbursement affect accounting? |
Yes, must be within one month. |
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Is treasury involved for departmental rewards? |
Only for Court-sanctioned rewards. |
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Are Class (d) rewards official records? |
Yes, for audit and returns. |
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Does cash-book entry precede disbursement? |
Yes. |
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Are character rolls updated for Class (d)? |
Yes. |
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Can Superintendent adjust timing of disbursement? |
Within one month limit. |
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Are refund vouchers necessary for treasury verification? |
Yes, for Court rewards. |
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Is recording in register mandatory for accountability? |
Yes. |
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PARA 471 |
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Procedure for receiving rewards from private persons or companies |
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Can police officers receive rewards directly from private persons or companies? |
No. |
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Where must such rewards be paid? |
Into the treasury by the Superintendent of Police. |
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Under which head are these rewards credited in treasury? |
‘XIX – Police – Miscellaneous – Other miscellaneous receipts’. |
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How can the equivalent amount be disbursed to police? |
Drawn from Police budget under ‘23 – Police Non-Plan – B – District Executive Force – (a) District Police – Rewards’. |
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Procedure for conditional rewards from public? |
Same; credited to treasury and drawn from budget after conditions fulfilled. |
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Where are refunds for unfulfilled conditions charged? |
Head ‘XIX – Police – Deduct – Refunds’. |
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Who verifies credit before encashment? |
Treasury officers. |
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Can non-monetary presentations be accepted by officers? |
Yes, but immediately handed to Superintendent. |
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Who decides retention of non-monetary gifts? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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What if IG disallows retention due to excessive value? |
Reported to Government for orders. |
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Are rewards from informers handled the same way? |
Yes, credited to treasury first. |
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Can officers spend rewards before treasury credit? |
No. |
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Is this procedure applicable for all private rewards and service charges? |
Yes. |
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Who refers non-monetary gifts to IG? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Can the officer retain gift without sanction? |
No. |
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Are treasury verification and budget disbursement mandatory? |
Yes. |
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Are excess charges for police supplied to public handled similarly? |
Yes, under Deduct – Refunds. |
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Does procedure cover rewards for arrest or recovery of stolen property? |
Yes, even if conditionally deposited. |
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Are these Paras applicable to Ruling Princes’ presentations? |
Yes, via Superintendent and IG. |
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Is IG’s sanction final unless referred to Government? |
Yes. |
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PARA 472 |
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Halting allowance to police on duty at fair |
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Are halting allowances at fairs entered in the reward register? |
No. |
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Source of halting allowance for police at fairs? |
Paid out of fair fund. |
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Is share of sums for police supplied to private entertainments entered in reward register? |
No. |
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How should such payments be treated? |
As laid down in paragraph 158, Office Manual. |
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PARA 473 |
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Procedure if reward of Class (a) is offered in any case of more than local importance |
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When should a Class (a) reward be reported to CID? |
In cases of more than local importance or if the person wanted may have left the district. |
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Who is notified about the Class (a) reward? |
Superintendent of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, Crime Branch. |
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Where is the reward published? |
Criminal Investigation Gazette. |
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Is this procedure applicable for locally confined cases? |
No, only cases of more than local importance. |
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Purpose of notification to CID? |
For wider publicity through the Gazette. |
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Does notification delay affect reward announcement? |
No, should be sent as soon as reward is offered. |
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Is this applicable for all Class (a) rewards? |
Only for cases exceeding local importance. |
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Does the local Superintendent handle publication? |
No, CID publishes in Gazette. |
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Is the Para preventive or procedural? |
Procedural. |
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Is the publication mandatory? |
Yes, for wider awareness. |
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PARA 474 |
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Eligibility of rewards for members of clerical staff |
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Are clerical staff eligible for police rewards? |
Only in the same way as private persons. |
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Can clerical staff be rewarded for ordinary duties? |
No. |
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Are reserve lines teachers eligible for police rewards? |
No. |
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Can honoraria be granted for exceptional work? |
Yes, with IG sanction as per Financial Handbook, Volume II. |
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Are clerical staff eligible for Class (a–d) rewards? |
Only like private persons, not for routine work. |
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Who sanctions honoraria for exceptional clerical work? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Is routine clerical efficiency rewarded? |
No. |
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Does the Financial Handbook govern special grants for clerical staff? |
Yes, Volume II. |
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PARA 475 |
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Good conduct stripe |
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Who is eligible for a good conduct stripe? |
Illiterate constables drawing ‘A’ class allowance. |
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How many good conduct stripes are given to eligible constables? |
Only one. |
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Are other constables given good conduct stripes? |
No. |
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Can literate constables receive a good conduct stripe? |
No. |
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Is the stripe tied to pay allowance? |
Yes, only ‘A’ class allowance. |
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Is more than one stripe ever allowed for constables? |
No. |
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PARA 476 |
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Paras for granting good conduct stripes to village guard |
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Who can be awarded good conduct stripes? |
Village guard for specially praise-worthy conduct. |
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How many stripes can a guard get on one occasion? |
One or two. |
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What allowance is granted for every two stripes? |
Eight annas per mensem. |
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What is the maximum allowance a chaukidar can receive? |
Two rupees eight annas. |
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Where are good conduct stripes worn? |
On left sleeve, three inches above sleeve end, ¼ inch apart. |
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What is the material and size of stripes? |
Red bard cloth, half inch wide, round the sleeve. |
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Who bears the cost of the stripes? |
Clothing grant. |
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Can good conduct stripes and allowance be forfeited? |
Yes, as a punishment. |
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Where are grants and withdrawals recorded? |
In chaukidar’s crime record-book, noted in English and signed by gazetted officer. |
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Is there a budget limit for allowances? |
Yes, must not exceed budget provision. |
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Chapter XXXII |
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DEPARTMENTAL PUNISHMENT AND CRIMINAL PROSECUTION OF POLICE OFFICERS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXII have in total? |
Para 477 to Para 507-A |
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Para 477 |
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Punishment Paras |
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Under which section of the Police Act are these punishment Paras made? |
Section 7, Police Act (V of 1861). |
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To whom do these punishment Paras apply? |
Officers appointed under Section 2, Police Act (V of 1861). |
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Can officers be punished by executive order outside these Paras? |
No. |
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How is punishment of gazetted officers regulated? |
By agreements with Secretary of State and Paras under Section 96-B, Government of India Act, 1919. |
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Where are punishment Paras for clerical staff found? |
Office Manual. |
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Where are punishment Paras for village chaukidars found? |
Chapter IX of these Regulations. |
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Are these Paras applicable to all police officers? |
Only to those appointed under Section 2, Police Act (V of 1861). |
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Can any exceptions be made by executive order? |
No, except as prescribed. |
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Do these Paras cover both gazetted and non-gazetted officers? |
Partially; gazetted officers under special agreements, others under these Paras. |
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Is Section 96-B of the Government of India Act, 1919 relevant? |
Yes, for punishment of gazetted officers. |
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PARA 478 |
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Departmental punishment for all police officers appointed under Section-2 of the Police Act |
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Which officers are liable for departmental punishment under the Police Act? |
All police officers appointed under Section 2 of the Police Act. |
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What punishment can remove a police officer from service? |
Dismissal or removal from force. |
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What punishment reduces the rank of an officer? |
Reduction. |
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Which punishment delays an officer’s career advancement? |
Withholding of promotion. |
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What punishment stops salary increments or efficiency bars? |
Withholding of increments. |
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Which punishment records misconduct in official records? |
Misconduct entry in the character roll. |
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What punishment allows confinement to quarters for Head Constables and Constables? |
Confinement to quarters (max 15 days). |
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Which punishment involves extra physical exercises for Head Constables and Constables? |
Punishment drill. |
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What duty can Head Constables and Constables be assigned additionally? |
Extra guard duty. |
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Which duty is exclusively applicable to Constables? |
Fatigue duty. |
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Name a task under fatigue duty involving tents. |
Tent-pitching. |
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Name a fatigue duty task involving drainage. |
Drain-digging. |
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Which fatigue duty task involves cleaning parade grounds? |
Cutting grass, cleaning jungle, picking stones off parade grounds. |
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Which fatigue duty task involves repairing infrastructure? |
Repairing huts and butts in the lines. |
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Which fatigue duty task involves maintaining police equipment? |
Cleaning arms. |
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Para 478-A |
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Punishment may be awarded after departmental proceedings |
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Which punishments under para 478 require departmental proceedings before being awarded? |
Punishments (a) dismissal and (b) reduction. |
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Where are the procedures for departmental proceedings outlined? |
Paragraphs 490 to 494. |
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Under which chapter can orders for withholding promotion (ba) be passed? |
Chapter XXX. |
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How can orders for withholding increments (bb) be passed? |
As provided in paragraph 463 or 482-A. |
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When can misconduct entry (bc) be awarded? |
After giving the officer an opportunity to show cause. |
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Can punishment (bc) be awarded if departmental proceedings were initially taken for a more severe punishment? |
Yes, if the authority considers (bc) sufficient. |
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Does awarding (bc) always require full departmental proceedings? |
Not necessarily, if it is a less severe outcome from proceedings for (a), (b), (ba), or (bb). |
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What is the purpose of giving an opportunity to show cause before (bc) is awarded? |
To allow the officer to prevent a misconduct entry in the character roll. |
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Which punishments can be reduced to (bc) as a less severe punishment? |
(a) Dismissal, (b) Reduction, (ba) Withholding promotion, (bb) Withholding increments. |
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Are punishments (a) and (b) ever awarded without departmental proceedings? |
No, always after departmental proceedings. |
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Para 479 |
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Powers of officers for punishment |
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Who has full powers of punishment over all police officers? |
The Governor. |
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Which officer may punish inspectors and all lower-rank police officers? |
The Inspector General. |
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Who can punish officers of and below inspector temporarily or permanently subordinate to them? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Which officer may punish inspectors and sub-inspectors subordinate to him, except for dismissal or removal? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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If a Superintendent wants to dismiss an inspector or sub-inspector, to whom must the case be forwarded? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Which officers can a Superintendent punish without restriction in rank? |
Head Constables and Constables temporarily or permanently subordinate to him. |
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Which permanent ASPs and DSPs can exercise all powers of a Superintendent? |
ASPs with 4 years’ service and DSPs who have crossed the first efficiency bar. |
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Can specially authorized ASPs and DSPs punish inspectors? |
No, they cannot punish inspectors. |
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Can specially authorized ASPs and DSPs exercise powers under Fundamental Paras 24 and 25? |
No, they cannot. |
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What punishment can a reserve inspector give to constables in reserve lines? |
Punishment drill and fatigue duty up to 3 days. |
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Within what time must a reserve inspector’s order be sent to the Superintendent for confirmation? |
Within 24 hours. |
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Are powers of punishment exercised by Deputy Inspector General permanent or temporary? |
Both, for officers subordinate to them. |
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Can the Superintendent punish inspectors for dismissal directly? |
No, must forward to Deputy Inspector General. |
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Does the Superintendent have power to punish constables? |
Yes, temporarily or permanently subordinate to him. |
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Who authorizes ASPs or DSPs to exercise Superintendent’s powers if not permanent? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police for the Range. |
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Para 480 |
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Reprimand |
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When should punishments be inflicted according to para 480? |
Only when absolutely necessary in the interests of discipline. |
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Who must consider whether a reprimand will suffice before punishment? |
Superintendent, Assistant or Deputy Superintendent, or Reserve Inspector. |
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What is maintained to ensure the power of reprimand is adequately exercised by a reserve inspector? |
A defaulter’s book (Police Form No. 277). |
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What type of offences are recorded in the defaulter’s book? |
Petty misdemeanours in first or second offence. |
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Whose signature or thumb impression is taken in the defaulter’s book? |
The defaulter’s. |
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Who should be sent to the Superintendent with the register for punishment? |
Only incorrigibles. |
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Is reprimand considered before every punishment? |
Yes, to check if it suffices instead of punishment. |
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Which officers use the defaulter’s book in reserve lines? |
Reserve Inspectors. |
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Does every misdemeanour require punishment? |
No, first or second petty misdemeanours are reprimanded. |
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What form number is used for the defaulter’s book? |
Police Form No. 277. |
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Para 481 |
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Dismissal and removal of an officer |
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When is an order of dismissal passed? |
Only when an officer’s conduct renders retention in the force undesirable. |
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What punishment must necessarily follow a sentence of rigorous imprisonment? |
Dismissal. |
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Should dismissal generally follow conviction for allowing a prisoner to escape? |
Yes, even if the sentence is only a fine. |
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What must a Superintendent do if he does not order dismissal after a prisoner escape case? |
Submit proceedings, judgment, departmental papers, and character roll to Deputy Inspector General of the Range. |
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What does dismissal preclude regarding future employment? |
Officer cannot be re-employed in Government service. |
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What does removal from the force imply about future employment? |
Officer is unfit for police duties but may be employed in another suitable Government office. |
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Can an officer be removed instead of dismissed? |
Yes, if unfit for police duties but suitable for other Government work. |
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Para 482 |
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Paras that govern reduction |
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Can an officer be reduced below the rank in which he was first appointed? |
No. |
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Can an officer be permanently barred from promotion due to reduction? |
No, permanent ineligibility is not allowed. |
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What types of reduction can an officer face? |
From one rank to another or one stage in a time-scale to a lower stage. |
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Are constables subject to reduction Paras? |
Yes, as prescribed in sub-paragraph (5). |
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What must an order of reduction specify if pay is regulated by a time-scale? |
Stage in time-scale and whether reduction period is definite or indefinite. |
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If reduction to a lower rank is indefinite, can the officer automatically regain his original position? |
No. |
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If reduction is definite, what is the maximum period allowed? |
Three years. |
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At the end of a definite reduction period, does the officer regain promotions obtained in officiating capacity? |
No. |
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From what can a constable be reduced? |
Selection grade to time-scale or higher to lower stage in time-scale. |
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Can a constable reduced from selection grade be re-selected? |
Yes, if conduct merits selection. |
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What is the maximum period for stage reduction for constables? |
Three years. |
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Name the types of constable reduction. |
‘A’ class to ‘B’ class, lower position in promotion list, or combination. |
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Is a constable reduced to a lower position eligible for future promotion? |
Yes, subject to Chapter XXX. |
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When an officer above constable is reduced to constable, what must be specified? |
Stage in constable time-scale, class (‘A’ or ‘B’), and promotion list position. |
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How are vacancies due to specified-period reduction filled? |
Only in an officiating capacity. |
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How are other vacancies due to reduction filled? |
Permanently. |
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Can the stage in the time-scale assigned after reduction be lower than service entitles? |
No. |
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Are reductions for officers above constables similar to constables’ reduction? |
Yes, but stage, class, and promotion position must be indicated. |
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Does indefinite reduction affect promotion eligibility? |
Yes, officer does not automatically regain position or rank promotions. |
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Can a constable be reduced to a lower stage without specifying period? |
Yes, when reduced from selection grade to time-scale. |
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Para 482-A |
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Order of upholding increment as a punishment |
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What must every order withholding increment as punishment specify? |
The period for which the increment is withheld. |
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What is the maximum period an increment can be withheld as punishment? |
One year. |
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Does withholding increment postpone the increment or cancel it permanently? |
It only postpones the increment. |
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From which paragraph is the procedure for withholding increments (other than as punishment) provided? |
Paragraph 463. |
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Is withholding increment considered a temporary or permanent punishment? |
Temporary, only for the specified period. |
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Can an officer’s increment be withheld for more than one year as punishment? |
No. |
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Does withholding increment affect pay already earned before the order? |
No, only future increments are postponed. |
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Para 483 |
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Proceeding against police officer |
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Which special provisions apply to proceedings under para 483? |
Paragraph 500 and any special orders by the Governor. |
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What is the first step in a proceeding against a police officer? |
A magisterial or police inquiry. |
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When is a judicial trial held for a police officer? |
If the inquiry shows the need for further action. |
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What type of trial can follow a magisterial or police inquiry? |
A departmental trial. |
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Can both judicial and departmental trials follow an inquiry? |
Yes, consecutively. |
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Para 484 |
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Nature of inquiry |
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On what does the nature of inquiry depend? |
On the nature of the offence. |
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Who may receive information of a cognizable or non-cognizable offence? |
The District Magistrate. |
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What can the District Magistrate do upon receiving information of an offence? |
Make or order a magisterial inquiry or order a police investigation. |
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What should a Magistrate other than the District Magistrate do if he takes cognizance of the offence? |
Report the case at once to the District Magistrate. |
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Under which sections of CrPC/BNSS can the District Magistrate withdraw a case to his own court? |
Sections 410/411, CrPC, 1973/ SEC 450 and 451 BNSS. |
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How does the District Magistrate act after withdrawing the case? |
As though the original complaint had been made to him. |
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Does this power of the District Magistrate extend to cases under Section 29 of the Police Act? |
Yes. |
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When is magisterial inquiry ordered in cases under Section 29 of the Police Act? |
Only in very exceptional circumstances. |
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Can the nature of inquiry differ for different offences? |
Yes, it varies according to the offence. |
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Para 485 |
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Procedure, when a magisterial inquiry is ordered |
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Under which law is a magisterial inquiry conducted? |
In accordance with the Criminal Procedure Code/BNSS |
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Does the Superintendent of Police have direct concern with a magisterial inquiry initially? |
No, only after conclusion or referral for further disposal. |
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What must the Superintendent of Police do for the inquiring Magistrate? |
Give any legal assistance he may be called upon to give. |
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When must the Superintendent suspend the accused during a magisterial inquiry? |
If it becomes necessary under paragraph 496. |
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Para 486 |
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Inquiry, when the offence alleged against a police officer amounts to an offence only u/s 7 of the Police Act |
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Can there be a magisterial inquiry if the offence is only under Section 7 of the Police Act? |
No. |
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Who directs the inquiry when only Section 7 offences are alleged? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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How are cognizable offences by police officers initially dealt with? |
Under Chapter XII, Criminal Procedure Code, 1973/ CHAPTER XIII of BNSS |
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If information is first received by a Magistrate, what should the police do? |
No case is registered; forwarded by District Magistrate. |
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If information is first received by police, to whom must the report under Section 157 CrPC/SEC 176 BNSS be forwarded? |
District Magistrate. |
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What must the Superintendent of Police note when forwarding Section 157 CRPC/ SEC 176 BNSS report? |
Steps taken for investigation or reasons for refraining from it. |
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Who conducts the investigation if magisterial inquiry is not ordered? |
A police officer higher in rank than the officer charged, selected by the Superintendent. |
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Who decides whether the officer should be sent for trial after investigation? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is required before sending an officer for trial whose dismissal requires DIG concurrence? |
Concurrence of the Deputy Inspector General. |
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Where is the final report or charge sheet sent? |
District Magistrate. |
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If prosecution is not undertaken, can the Superintendent take departmental action? |
Yes, after District Magistrate accepts final report. |
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How are non-cognizable offences initially handled by the Superintendent? |
Either departmental action or forward report to District Magistrate. |
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Can non-cognizable offences be dealt with departmentally without criminal proceedings? |
Yes, ordinarily. |
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Who may order investigation or inquiry for non-cognizable offences? |
District Magistrate. |
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Which CrPC/BNSS sections guide investigation of non-cognizable offences? |
Sections 202 CRPC/ 225 BNSS, 155(2) CRPC/174 BNSS, and 155(3) CRPC/174 BNSS |
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Who selects the investigating officer for police-conducted investigation? |
Superintendent of Police; officer must be senior to accused. |
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If District Magistrate declines to proceed criminally, who decides on departmental proceedings? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who conducts a departmental inquiry for Section 7 or non-cognizable offences? |
Officer senior in rank to the accused, under Superintendent’s direction. |
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Can an Inspector or Sub-Inspector be prosecuted for Section 29 offences without DIG concurrence? |
No, DIG concurrence is required. |
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When should prosecution under Section 29 of the Police Act be instituted? |
Rarely, only if Section 7 cannot adequately deal with the offence. |
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Does the Superintendent always have to forward non-cognizable cases to the District Magistrate? |
Not if departmental action is sufficient. |
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What is the purpose of the departmental inquiry for non-cognizable offences? |
To test the truth of the charge and decide further action. |
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Can criminal proceedings be initiated against police officers before departmental inquiry? |
Only with DIG concurrence for higher ranks. |
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What is done if the charge is found baseless after investigation? |
No further action is necessary. |
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Which section covers offences including Section 29 of the Police Act? |
Non-cognizable offences. |
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PARA 487 |
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Proceeding, when a police officer negligently or willfully lets a prisoner escape |
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Which section governs proceedings when a police officer lets a prisoner escape? |
Section 7 of the Police Act. |
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What type of proceedings is invariably taken in such cases? |
Departmental proceedings. |
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What is the ordinary punishment for negligently or willfully letting a prisoner escape? |
Dismissal. |
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Can the punishment be less than dismissal? |
Yes, only if unusual extenuating circumstances exist. |
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Before passing the final punishment, to whom must the Superintendent refer the case? |
Deputy Inspector General of the range. |
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What decision does the DIG give before final punishment? |
Whether prosecution should be instituted. |
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Should criminal prosecution be initiated without definite evidence of connivance or negligence? |
No. |
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Para 488 |
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Judicial trial of a criminal charge against a Police Officer |
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Against which police officers is a judicial trial conducted? |
Officers superior in rank to a Head Constable. |
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Who tries such cases in a separation district? |
Additional District Magistrate, Judicial. |
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Who tries such cases elsewhere? |
Judicial Officer with at least four years’ experience. |
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What happens if a Judicial Officer with requisite experience is not available? |
District Magistrate keeps the case on his file. |
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To whom is the case transferred if no experienced Judicial Officer is available? |
Additional District Magistrate, Executive. |
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Does para 488 apply to Head Constables and below? |
No, only to officers superior to Head Constable. |
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Is experience required for a Judicial Officer to try such cases? |
Yes, minimum four years of Judicial work. |
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Can the District Magistrate try the case directly if no Judicial Officer is available? |
No, he keeps it on file until transferred to ADM, Executive. |
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What type of charge requires judicial trial under para 488? |
Criminal charge. |
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Para 489 |
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Departmental trial of police officer u/s 7 of Police Act |
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Under which section can a police officer be departmentally tried? |
Section 7 of the Police Act. |
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Can a police officer be departmentally tried if already tried judicially? |
Yes. |
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Can a police officer be departmentally tried without judicial trial? |
Yes. |
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Can departmental trial follow a magisterial inquiry? |
Yes, under CrPC/BNSS |
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Can departmental trial follow a police investigation? |
Yes, under CrPC/BNSS |
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Can departmental trial follow a departmental inquiry? |
Yes, under paragraph 486(III). |
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Is departmental trial dependent on judicial trial? |
No, it may proceed whether or not judicial trial occurred. |
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Which paragraph covers departmental inquiry for Section 7 offences? |
Paragraph 486(III). |
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Para 489-A |
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Proceeding under section 7 of Police Act done by a Gazetted officer |
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Can a gazetted officer who is a prosecution witness conduct proceedings under Section 7? |
No. |
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Can a gazetted officer who has conducted a preliminary inquiry in the case conduct Section 7 proceedings? |
No. |
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What should be done if the Superintendent of Police is the gazetted officer and there is no additional SP? |
The Deputy Inspector General should be moved to transfer the case to another district. |
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Does para 489-A apply to all gazetted officers? |
Yes, if they are involved as witness or preliminary inquiry officer. |
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Can the SP personally conduct Section 7 proceedings if he was involved in inquiry and no other SP is present? |
No, the case must be transferred by DIG. |
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Who ensures impartiality in Section 7 proceedings if the SP is conflicted? |
Deputy Inspector General of Police. |
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Why is a gazetted officer barred from conducting proceedings in such cases? |
To avoid conflict of interest. |
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Does this Para apply only to the Superintendent of Police? |
No, it applies to all gazetted officers in the specified conditions. |
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What is the corrective measure if no additional SP is available in the district? |
Transfer the case to another district. |
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Is prior involvement as witness or preliminary inquiry the only ground for disqualification? |
Yes, according to para 489-A. |
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Para 490 |
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Special provisions relating to cases in which police officers are dealt with departmentally as the result of judicial trials or magisterial enquiries |
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When must departmental trials be conducted? |
Subject to paragraphs 493–495, after judicial trials or magisterial inquiries. |
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What is the first step after preliminary inquiry in a departmental trial? |
Reduce the accusation to a precise charge and provide a copy to the officer. |
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How must the officer respond to charges? |
Accept or deny them orally or in writing within a fixed period (≥48 hours). |
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Is prosecution evidence required if the officer accepts the charges? |
No. |
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What type of evidence is required if the officer denies the charge? |
Oral or documentary evidence material to the charge. |
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How must oral evidence be recorded? |
By the Superintendent in the presence of the officer, allowing cross-examination. |
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Are statements from preliminary inquiries admissible? |
Yes, if read and admitted by witnesses, with opportunity to cross-examine. |
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How are documentary exhibits handled? |
Officer inspects and receives copies free of charge before defense. |
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Can irrelevant documents be refused to the officer? |
Yes, reasons must be recorded in writing. |
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Are certified copies of public records required to be proved? |
No. |
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Is evidence of living beyond means relevant? |
Yes, it presumes acceptance of illegal gratification. |
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Can expert documents be admitted without calling witnesses? |
Yes. |
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What happens if charges are amended during trial? |
Copy of amended charge is given, and officer may cross-examine on new points. |
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How long is the minimum period for officer to file written defense? |
Not less than one week. |
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Can the Superintendent refuse irrelevant defense witnesses or documents? |
Yes, with reasons recorded. |
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Are oral statements of defense recorded? |
Yes, to confirm or clarify written defense. |
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Must defense witnesses be cross-examined? |
Yes, by the Superintendent as needed. |
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What must the Superintendent include in his finding? |
Strictly discuss charges, evidence, and officer’s pleas; consider character before deciding punishment. |
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When must officers be supplied with findings and show cause notice? |
If dismissal, removal, or reduction is considered. |
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Who finalizes punishment for Inspectors or Sub-Inspectors? |
Deputy Inspector General via District Magistrate. |
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Can special circumstances allow departure from these Paras? |
Yes, Superintendent must record reasons and show no prejudice. |
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Can officers be represented by counsel? |
No. |
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Can powers of Superintendent be exercised by higher police authority? |
Yes. |
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Who can transfer a Section 7 departmental trial case to another officer? |
Inspector General or Deputy Inspector General, with reasons recorded. |
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What is the minimum notice period for written representation to DIG? |
Not less than one week. |
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PARA 491 |
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Procedure followed by officer, when conducting departmental trials |
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Which officers follow para 490 procedure when conducting departmental trials? |
Officers enumerated in paragraph 479(f). |
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Whose concurrence is required for the orders of these officers to have executive force? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Do these officers have full authority to dismiss or remove constables? |
No, Superintendent of Police must pass such orders. |
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What is done if the officer recommends dismissal or removal of a constable or under-officer? |
SP gives copy of finding and asks officer to show cause (≥1 week). |
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Who passes orders of dismissal or removal of constables or under-officers? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What must be done if dismissal/removal of a Sub-Inspector is proposed? |
Forward case to Deputy Inspector General of the range for orders. |
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Do officers under paragraph 479(f) have same powers as SP for other punishments? |
Yes, with SP concurrence. |
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Is the minimum show-cause period less than a week? |
No, it shall not be less than one week. |
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Can the officer conducting proceedings impose dismissal on his own? |
No. |
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Are these provisions applicable to constables, under-officers, and Sub-Inspectors? |
Yes, with varying authority levels for SP and DIG. |
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PARA 492 |
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The result of judicial trial of a police officer should be awaited |
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What must a Superintendent do after a police officer has been judicially tried? |
Await the decision of any judicial appeal before taking further departmental action. |
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Is departmental action taken immediately after judicial trial? |
No, it must wait for appeal outcome. |
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Does this Para apply even if the trial is for serious offences? |
Yes, for all judicial trials. |
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What is the purpose of awaiting the appeal decision? |
To decide whether further departmental action is necessary. |
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Can the Superintendent ignore the judicial appeal and act departmentally? |
No. |
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PARA 493 |
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When a police officer tried judicially, the S.P. has no power to re-examine |
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Can SP re-examine facts of a judicial trial in a departmental proceeding? |
No, Court’s findings are final. |
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If an officer is convicted and sentenced to rigorous imprisonment, is a departmental trial needed? |
No. |
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What is the ordinary departmental action after rigorous imprisonment conviction? |
Dismissal. |
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Who must formally approve dismissal if required under paragraph 479(a)? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Can SP act differently than dismissal after rigorous imprisonment? |
Only by referring to DIG for orders. |
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If convicted with less than rigorous imprisonment, is departmental trial necessary? |
Yes, if further action is considered desirable. |
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In such trials, what is the primary question to be decided? |
Whether offence amounts to Section 7 violation and what punishment is appropriate. |
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Can the accused dispute the Court’s findings during departmental trial? |
No. |
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What must SP do before imposing penalty in non-rigorous conviction cases? |
Call accused to show cause. |
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Can SP consider pleas irrelevant to Section 7 offence in such trials? |
No, only relevant pleas. |
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What must SP record in departmental trial of non-rigorous conviction? |
Accused’s arguments against the penalty. |
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Can the SP write his finding ignoring Court’s judgment? |
No. |
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If judicially acquitted and appeal period is over, what must SP do? |
Reinstate immediately if suspended. |
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Can SP departmentally try an acquitted officer? |
Only with DIG permission if negligence or unfitness is suspected. |
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Does Section 493 apply to all ranks of police above Head Constable? |
Yes. |
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Can SP increase punishment beyond Court sentence in non-rigorous conviction? |
No, only determine Section 7 applicability and penalty. |
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Is departmental trial optional after acquittal if no negligence is suspected? |
Yes, only if no suspicion of unfitness. |
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Can SP consider Court findings inconsistent with negligence? |
No, only if findings allow suspicion, SP may refer to DIG. |
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Is dismissal automatic for rigorous imprisonment conviction? |
Yes, ordinarily. |
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Who has the final say if SP wishes to depart from ordinary dismissal? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Does Section 493 prevent SP from re-examining facts in all judicial trials? |
Yes. |
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Can SP impose punishment before appeal period expires? |
No, must await judicial appeal if any. |
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Is departmental trial for less-than-rigorous punishment conviction about guilt or penalty? |
Only about penalty and Section 7 applicability. |
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Must SP record all relevant pleas of accused during departmental trial? |
Yes. |
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Can SP suspend an officer who has been acquitted after appeal period? |
No, must reinstate. |
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PARA 494 |
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Procedure, when an inquiry of the conduct of a police officer held by a D.M. or S.D.M |
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Who conducts departmental trial if an officer of or below Inspector rank is not criminally prosecuted? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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When must the SP refer the matter to DIG? |
If SP does not accept the findings of the Magistrate and DM requests referral. |
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Does Section 494 apply to officers above Inspector rank? |
No, only Inspector or below. |
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Which Magistrate’s findings are recognized for departmental proceedings? |
Findings of DM or subordinate Magistrate accepted by DM. |
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Is departmental trial necessary if criminal prosecution has been held? |
No, only if no criminal prosecution. |
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Who can request SP to refer the matter to DIG? |
District Magistrate. |
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Can SP ignore the Magistrate’s inquiry findings? |
No, must accept or refer to DIG if disagreement arises. |
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Is the accused officer tried departmentally after Magistrate inquiry? |
Yes, by SP. |
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Does Section 494 deal with criminal prosecution or departmental inquiry? |
Departmental inquiry. |
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What triggers departmental trial under this section? |
Non-criminal prosecution but DM/SDM inquiry conducted. |
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PARA 495 |
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Orderly room for constables and head constables |
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What type of cases are dealt with in the orderly room? |
Petty breaches of discipline and trifling misconduct by constables and head constables. |
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Where should the orderly room be held if the offender is at headquarters? |
In the lines of Kotwali or headquarters. |
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Who holds the orderly room? |
Superintendent of Police or other Gazetted officer in charge at headquarters. |
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How often should the orderly room be held? |
On two or more fixed days in the week. |
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Which register replaces Section 7, Form 133 for orderly room proceedings? |
Orderly room register, Form No. 133. |
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Who fills the columns of the orderly room register? |
Reserve Inspector. |
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Which punishments may be given in the orderly room? |
Those in paragraphs 478(c), 478(d), and 478(f). |
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Which form is used to record orderly room proceedings? |
Form No. 103. |
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Can any member of the force attend orderly room to make a personal representation? |
Yes, if he can be spared from duty and gives written intimation. |
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What must the subordinate officer do if he allows personal hearing? |
Initial the intimation and instruct the member to attend orderly room. |
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What if the subordinate officer withholds permission for personal hearing? |
Report the reasons in writing to the Superintendent. |
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Is orderly room procedure applicable to officers above head constable? |
No, only constables and head constables. |
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Who assembles persons whose attendance is necessary at orderly room? |
Reserve Inspector. |
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PARA 496 |
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Suspension of police officers |
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Are all police officers liable to suspension during inquiry? |
Yes, during departmental or judicial inquiry. |
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Who can order the suspension of a police officer? |
Any authority with power to give departmental punishment. |
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Can SP suspend an inspector even if he cannot dismiss him? |
Yes. |
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Until when should a suspended officer remain suspended? |
Until the departmental or judicial trial is over. |
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Who decides suspension if prosecution is ordered by SP, DIG, or magisterial inquiry? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Can a private complaint lead to suspension? |
Yes, SP decides if circumstances justify it. |
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What must the suspending authority fix at the time of suspension? |
Rate of suspension allowance under FR 53(c). |
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Can horse allowance be paid during suspension? |
Yes, up to three months limit. |
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Can an officer dispose of his horse during suspension? |
Yes. |
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Is suspension automatic for all charges? |
No, depends on inquiry or prosecution circumstances. |
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Does SP need higher approval to suspend an officer? |
No, if SP has authority to punish. |
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Is suspension a form of punishment? |
No, it is provisional during inquiry or trial. |
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Can suspension occur before departmental trial starts? |
Yes, if inquiry or prosecution is pending. |
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Does Fundamental Para 53(c) relate to suspension allowance? |
Yes. |
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Is suspension applicable to officers above Head Constable? |
Yes, all ranks. |
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PARA 497 |
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Head constables and constables under suspension may be required to live in line |
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Can head constables and constables under suspension be required to live in lines? |
Yes, by the Superintendent of Police. |
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Should suspended officers in lines be subjected to stricter restraint than on-duty officers of same rank? |
No. |
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Can suspended officers leave the lines to consult legal advisers or prepare defence? |
Yes. |
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Do the same Paras apply to sub-inspectors under suspension? |
Yes, if suitable accommodation is available. |
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Must the order of suspension mention living in lines? |
Yes. |
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Do these provisions apply to officers released on bail? |
No. |
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Can SP monitor movements of suspended officers released on bail? |
Yes. |
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Is it compulsory for all suspended officers to live in lines? |
No, only if SP orders it. |
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Are officers under suspension treated same as officers on duty in lines? |
Yes, regarding restraint. |
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Does sub-inspector require separate accommodation in lines under suspension? |
Yes, if suitable accommodation exists. |
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Is consultation with lawyer allowed for officers in lines under suspension? |
Yes. |
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Who issues the order to reside in lines? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Is stricter restraint permissible for suspended sub-inspectors in lines? |
No, same standard as on-duty officers. |
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Can SP waive living in lines for suspended officers? |
Yes. |
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Are these Paras mandatory for all ranks? |
No, only head constables, constables, and sub-inspectors. |
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PARA 498 |
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Payment after the reinstatement of a police officer |
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Who directs pay of a police officer during suspension upon reinstatement? |
The authority ordering reinstatement. |
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Is payment during suspension subject to Civil Service Regulations and Fundamental Paras? |
Yes. |
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Can the reinstatement order decide if suspension period counts for pension? |
Yes. |
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Can the reinstating authority revise the original suspension pay order? |
Yes, according to the result of the case and FR-54. |
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Is horse allowance revised after case result? |
No, drawn up to three months irrespective of case outcome. |
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What happens if a reinstated officer fails to rejoin within a fortnight? |
Authority may take proceedings in absentia. |
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Can failure to rejoin be presumed as impracticable to show cause? |
Yes, after recording reasons in writing. |
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Does the reinstatement order affect allowances other than horse allowance? |
Yes, pay and other allowances may be confirmed or revised. |
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Is Fundamental Para-54 applicable to pay during suspension? |
Yes. |
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Is rejoining period counted from receipt of reinstatement order? |
Yes, within a fortnight. |
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Can authority proceed against officer in absentia if reasons recorded? |
Yes. |
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Does reinstatement automatically restore previous pay? |
No, subject to authority’s order and FR. |
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Is pensionable service affected by reinstatement? |
Depends on authority’s direction. |
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Does Section 498 apply to officers dismissed, removed, or reduced? |
Yes. |
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PARA 499 |
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No conveyance allowance may be paid for the period of suspension |
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Can conveyance allowance be paid during suspension? |
No, unless specially sanctioned. |
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Who can sanction conveyance allowance during suspension if appeal/revision is within DIG’s competence? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Who can sanction conveyance allowance in other cases? |
Governor in Council or Inspector General of Police. |
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Does suspension automatically stop conveyance allowance? |
Yes. |
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Do officers need to refer payment of conveyance allowance to higher authority? |
Only if they recommend payment. |
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Is sanction required for paying conveyance allowance during suspension? |
Yes. |
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Does suspension affect all types of allowances? |
No, only conveyance allowance is stopped automatically. |
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Can Deputy Inspector General override suspension on conveyance allowance? |
Yes, by special sanction. |
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Does the Para apply to all police ranks? |
Yes, all ranks under suspension. |
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Is prior approval needed before paying conveyance allowance during suspension? |
Yes. |
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Does suspension alone justify paying conveyance allowance? |
No. |
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Who is the competent authority if the case is under IG’s control? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Is conveyance allowance automatically withdrawn without orders? |
Yes. |
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Can officers grant conveyance allowance during suspension independently? |
No, requires higher authority sanction. |
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PARA 500 |
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Censuring the conduct of a police officer |
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When a court censures a police officer, should an inquiry be made immediately? |
Yes, without waiting for appeal results. |
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Who conducts the inquiry if the officer censured is a Superintendent of Police? |
Deputy Inspector General of the range. |
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To whom does the DIG forward the report after inquiring into SP’s conduct? |
The Commissioner. |
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What if the Commissioner considers no further action necessary? |
Records opinion, forwards report and opinion to Government and Inspector General. |
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What if the Commissioner considers further action necessary? |
Forwards papers to Inspector General and sends copy to Government. |
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Who conducts inquiry if the censured officer is below SP rank? |
Superintendent of Police, in person or via gazetted officer. |
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To whom does SP forward the report after inquiry on lower-rank officer? |
District Magistrate. |
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What if the District Magistrate considers no further action necessary? |
Records opinion, forwards copies to Government via Commissioner and Deputy Inspector General. |
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What if the District Magistrate considers further action necessary? |
Returns papers to SP and sends copies to Government. |
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Who intimates the District Magistrate about actions taken after further proceedings? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Does the inquiry wait for court appeal? |
No, it starts immediately. |
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Is the Deputy Inspector General involved if the officer is below SP? |
No, SP handles it for lower ranks. |
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Does the Commissioner communicate opinion to Government even if no further action is needed? |
Yes. |
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Are copies of the inquiry sent to the Inspector General? |
Yes, for SP-level officers. |
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Who ensures action is communicated to the District Magistrate for lower-rank officers? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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PARA 501 |
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Defence of the Act of police officer done in his official capacity, will be defended at the expense of the State |
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Who can get State defense in civil/criminal cases? |
Officer acting honestly in official capacity. |
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Is State defense automatic? |
Only if officer desires it and Govt approves. |
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Are civil suits still under Section 42 Police Act? |
No, Limitation Act, 1963 applies. |
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What to do if govt orders not received 1 week before hearing? |
Apply for court adjournment. |
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If court denies adjournment? |
Arrange own defense. |
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Can officer get advance for defense? |
Yes, up to Rs. 300. |
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Who sanctions the defense advance? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Is advance recoverable? |
Yes, adjustable against govt-sanctioned payment. |
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How is interest on advance charged? |
5% per annum on outstanding balance. |
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How is advance repaid? |
In installments fixed by Inspector General from pay/pension. |
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Should installment amounts be exact rupees? |
Yes, except last installment. |
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When is interest recovered? |
After principal is fully recovered. |
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If officer wins costs/damages, who recovers govt expense? |
Officer refunds up to recovered amount. |
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Who is District Magistrate for CID/Railway Police cases? |
Magistrate of case district. |
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How should subordinate officers send reports to Collector/DM? |
Through Superintendent of Police. |
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Can officer apply advance through Superintendent & DM? |
Yes, for defense expenses. |
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What is the max amount of advance recoverable? |
Rs. 300. |
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Who decides monthly installment amount? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Should installment number be reasonable? |
Yes, considering pay and advance. |
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Are officers required to follow these Paras for communications? |
Yes, via Superintendent if subordinate. |
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Civil Suits and Proceedings |
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What is required before suing a public officer for official acts? |
Two months’ previous notice under Section 80 CPC. |
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Where must the Section 80 notice be delivered? |
To the officer or left at his office. |
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What should an officer do on receiving Section 80 notice? |
Inform superior and prepare full narrative of facts and proposed defense. |
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To whom is the narrative forwarded? |
Collector of the district. |
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Who provides legal opinion on the notice? |
Government Pleader. |
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What does the Government Pleader do if notice is in plaint form? |
Prepares draft written statement. |
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Where are the narrative and draft sent? |
To Legal Remembrancer at least 3 weeks before notice expiry. |
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Who decides if the Government will defend the suit? |
Legal Remembrancer after consulting Inspector General and Govt orders. |
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How is a Government-defended suit treated? |
Same procedure as a suit against the Government. |
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If a suit is filed without Section 80 notice, what should officer do? |
Immediately notify Collector to apply for adjournment. |
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What must a superior officer do on learning of a threatened suit against a subordinate? |
Report immediately and submit brief narrative to Inspector General. |
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Can Government help an officer who hired own counsel? |
Yes, may defray reasonable charges if officer acted honestly with due care. |
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Will Government pay decree amount if officer loses civil suit? |
No, Government not bound and can recover its defense costs. |
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CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS |
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Which CrPC provision applies to prosecution of superior officers? |
Section 197 CrPC/ sec 218 of BNSS |
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What must an accused police officer do immediately? |
Inform his superior officer. |
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If officer does not seek Govt defense, what must he do? |
Arrange his own defense. |
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Who informs Inspector General about criminal accusation? |
Superintendent of Police through proper channel. |
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To whom should application for Govt defense be first made? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What if charge is trivial? |
SP advises officer to defend personally. |
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Through whom is application forwarded to IG? |
Through District Magistrate with SP’s opinion. |
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Who recommends whether officer be defended by Public Prosecutor or counsel? |
District Magistrate. |
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Who obtains Government orders for defense at State expense? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Does Govt defense cover both Magistrate and Sessions trial? |
Yes, if committed to Sessions Court. |
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Can Govt defense continue in revision proceedings? |
Yes, with IG’s sanction. |
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Can IG refuse defense in revision? |
Yes, if sufficient grounds exist. |
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In cross-case by accused person, who may defend officer? |
Public Prosecutor (lower court) or District Govt Counsel (Sessions). |
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When is cross-case defense allowed? |
If consistent with prosecution theory. |
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If convicted and officer appeals, who engages counsel? |
Officer himself. |
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Can Govt later reimburse appeal expenses? |
Yes, reasonable expenses as per Paras. |
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After trial/appeal, who sends judgment copy with opinion? |
Superior officer to District Magistrate. |
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What opinion must superior officer give? |
Whether officer acted honestly with due care. |
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What does District Magistrate forward to IG? |
Judgment with his own opinion on honesty and expenses. |
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What is max counsel fee per full day? |
Rs. 50. |
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What is max counsel fee per half day? |
Rs. 25. |
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What counts as full day’s work? |
Over 3 hours in court. |
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How many counsel can be paid per hearing? |
Only one. |
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Is payment allowed for counsel from outside district? |
No. |
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Who decides final payment of defense expenses? |
Government on IG’s recommendation. |
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If officer is convicted, can Govt recover defense cost? |
Yes. |
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Is Govt bound to pay fine imposed on officer? |
No. |
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PARA 502 |
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Procedure, when a medal winner police officer is convicted |
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When does Paragraph 502 procedure apply? |
When a medal-winning police officer is convicted and sentenced to rigorous imprisonment. |
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Which medals are covered under this Para? |
Field Service Medal, King’s Police Medal, Indian Police Medal, Commemoration Medal. |
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Who must report conviction of such officer? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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To whom is the report sent? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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What is the purpose of reporting conviction? |
To consider forfeiture of medal(s). |
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What must SP include in the report? |
Full facts of the case. |
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What document must accompany the report? |
Copy of the court judgment. |
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Who decides whether medal should be forfeited? |
Inspector General of Police (for consideration). |
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PARA 503 |
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Procedure, when a police officer is arrested on a criminal charge |
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When does Paragraph 503 apply? |
When a police officer not on leave is arrested on a criminal charge. |
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Does it apply if the officer is on leave? |
No. |
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In which situation must intimation be sent? |
When arrest occurs in a district other than his posting district. |
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Who informs about the arrest? |
Superintendent of the district where arrest occurred. |
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To whom is the information sent? |
Superintendent of the district where officer is posted. |
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What type of charge triggers this procedure? |
Criminal charge. |
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PARA 504 |
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Certificate of discharge to every officer leaving the force |
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Who is entitled to a certificate of discharge? |
Every officer leaving the force. |
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In which form is discharge certificate issued? |
Form No. 26. |
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What must be stated in the discharge certificate? |
Cause of leaving the force (e.g., dismissal, resignation). |
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Should reasons for dismissal be mentioned? |
No, unless desired by the applicant. |
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Can reasons for dismissal be inserted on request? |
Yes, at the wish of the applicant. |
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PARA 505 |
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Resignation of a police officer |
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Who can resign under Paragraph 505? |
Police Officer of rank Inspector or below. |
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What notice period is required for resignation? |
Two months’ written notice. |
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Can officer leave duty immediately after notice? |
No, until resignation is formally accepted. |
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What must be cleared before resignation takes effect? |
All debts to Government or police fund. |
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Can resignation be accepted before expiry of notice? |
Yes, at authority’s discretion. |
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Can resignation be withheld during inquiry or trial? |
Yes, until final orders are passed. |
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Which Act is mentioned for departmental proceedings? |
Section 7 of the Police Act, 1861. |
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Who has discretion to delay acceptance during proceedings? |
Appropriate authority. |
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PARA 506 |
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The police officer, whose conduct is under inquiry, may not be granted leave |
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Can leave be granted to an officer under inquiry? |
Generally, no. |
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When can such officer be granted leave? |
Only on medical certificate of Civil Surgeon. |
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Which Civil Surgeon must sign the certificate? |
Civil Surgeon of the district of posting. |
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Can leave be granted if inquiry is likely soon? |
No, except on medical grounds. |
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Can a suspended officer be granted leave? |
No leave of any kind is allowed. |
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Is medical leave allowed during suspension? |
No. |
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PARA 507 |
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Conditional resignations should ordinarily not be accepted |
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What is a conditional resignation? |
Resignation linked to leave or redress request. |
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Should conditional resignations ordinarily be accepted? |
No. |
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On what should orders be passed in such cases? |
Only on leave or redress application. |
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What can officer do if dissatisfied with orders? |
Appeal to higher authority. |
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Can officer resign after dissatisfaction? |
Yes, by tendering unconditional resignation. |
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PARA 507-A |
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Construction of reference |
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What does reference to “Inspector General” mean for PAC personnel? |
Inspector General of Police, Pradeshik Armed Constabulary, Uttar Pradesh. |
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What does reference to “Inspector General” mean for Intelligence Department? |
Inspector General of Police, Intelligence, Uttar Pradesh. |
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What does reference to “Inspector General” mean for CID personnel? |
Inspector General of Police, Criminal Investigation Department, Uttar Pradesh. |
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What does reference to “Inspector General” mean for Police Training Institutions? |
Inspector General of Police, Training, Uttar Pradesh. |
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What does reference to “Inspector General” mean for Government Railway Police? |
Inspector General of Police, Railways, Uttar Pradesh. |
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In which Chapter does this construction apply? |
This Chapter (as per Para 507-A). |
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Chapter XXXIII |
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APPEALS, REVISIONS, PETITIONS AND COPIES OF OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXIII have in total? |
Para 508 to Para 519-A |
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PARA 508 |
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Paras, regulating appeals by gazetted officers |
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Which Paras regulate appeals by gazetted officers? |
Paras under Section 96-B(2) Government of India Act. |
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To whom can appeal lie if IG passes original order? |
Local Government. |
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Appeal against original order of DIG lies to whom? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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If DIG later becomes IG, appeal lies to whom? |
Local Government. |
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Appeal against SP’s original order (no DIG concurrence needed) lies to whom? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Appeal against order of officers under Para 479(f) (no DIG concurrence needed) lies to whom? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Can multiple officers file joint appeal? |
No, appeal must be separate. |
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What must every appeal contain? |
All material facts and arguments. |
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Can appeal contain improper language? |
No. |
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What document must accompany appeal? |
Copy of final order appealed against. |
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Are appeal petitions subject to stamp duty? |
No. |
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Must other supporting documents be stamped? |
Yes, as per Court Fees/Stamp Act. |
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Through whom must appeal be submitted? |
Through Superintendent of Police or office head. |
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Can appeal be submitted directly to appellate authority? |
No. |
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What is limitation period for appeal? |
Three months from date of communication. |
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Can limitation be extended? |
Yes, up to six months for good cause. |
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Can IG withhold appeal where no appeal lies? |
Yes. |
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Can IG withhold non-compliant appeal? |
Yes. |
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Can further appeal be withheld after decision? |
Yes, unless new facts exist. |
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Who can withhold appeal for Para IV/V non-compliance? |
SP or higher authority. |
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Must officer be informed if appeal is withheld? |
Yes, with reasons. |
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Does appeal lie against withholding of appeal? |
No. |
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Can appeal be re-submitted if withheld under Para IV/V? |
Yes, within original limitation period. |
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Who can transfer an appeal? |
IG or DIG for recorded reasons. |
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Can appellant demand transfer of appeal? |
No. |
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Is appeal allowed against transfer order? |
No. |
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Para 509 |
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Procedure, when the appeal admitted |
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What happens when appellate authority admits an appeal? |
It sends for the complete record. |
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Which papers must be submitted on appeal admission? |
All papers considered by punishing authority. |
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Should character and service roll be submitted? |
Yes. |
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What must be done with copies of appellate orders? |
Recorded in departmental punishment file. |
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When must appellate orders be submitted? |
Whenever the record is called for. |
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Are only selected papers sent on appeal? |
No, entire relevant record must be sent. |
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Para 510 |
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Declaration of appellate authority in cases of successful appeal |
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When does Paragraph 510 apply? |
In successful appeal against dismissal. |
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What must appellate authority declare in such cases? |
Whether enforced absence counts towards pension. |
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Para 511 |
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Procedures of Revision |
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Who can exercise revisional power in appealable cases? |
Authority to whom appeal lies. |
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Can revisional power be exercised suo motu? |
Yes. |
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Can IG revise non-appealable cases? |
Yes. |
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Can IG revise cases of acquittal? |
Yes. |
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After how much time should record not ordinarily be called for revision? |
After six months from order date. |
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Can adverse revisional order be passed after six months? |
Only for special recorded reasons. |
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From which date is six-month limit for adverse order counted? |
From date of receipt of records. |
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Can revisional power be exercised more than once suo motu? |
No. |
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Does revision apply only to appealable orders? |
No, IG can revise non-appealable cases also. |
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Para 512 |
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Procedure, when appeal is rejected |
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When can officer seek revision after appeal rejection? |
When appeal is rejected by authority subordinate to Local Government. |
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To whom does revision application lie? |
Authority next higher in rank. |
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When can revisional power be exercised? |
Only in case of flagrant irregularity causing miscarriage of justice. |
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Does appeal procedure apply to revision application? |
Yes. |
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What must accompany revision application? |
Copy of original and appellate order. |
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Is revision automatic after appeal rejection? |
No, only on material injustice. |
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Para 513 |
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Enhancement of punishment |
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Who can enhance punishment on appeal? |
Appellate authority. |
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Who can enhance punishment in revision? |
Authority superior to appellate authority. |
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Is show-cause notice required before enhancement? |
Yes. |
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To whom must show cause be given? |
Officer whose punishment is to be enhanced. |
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How is enhanced punishment by appellate authority treated? |
Deemed original order for appeal purpose. |
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Can punishment be enhanced without hearing officer? |
No. |
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Para 514 |
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Paras for presenting a petition |
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Who can present a petition under Para 514? |
Police officer with official grievance not covered by appeal/revision Paras. |
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To whom should petition first be addressed? |
Lowest competent authority. |
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What happens if petition is addressed to higher authority improperly? |
It is summarily rejected. |
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What is time limit for presenting petition? |
Three months from communication of order. |
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Can time limit be extended? |
Yes, up to six months for unavoidable reasons. |
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Can subordinate officer petition directly to higher than SP? |
No, must route through Superintendent. |
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When must SP forward petition? |
If framed in temperate and respectful terms. |
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What if SP rejects petition for improper language? |
Return with endorsement. |
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If SP rejects matter within his competence, next remedy? |
Petition to Deputy Inspector General with copy of SP’s order. |
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If DIG rejects petition, what lies to IG? |
Revision only. |
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When will IG interfere in revision? |
Only for flagrant irregularity causing injustice. |
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Are petitions to magistrates stampable? |
Yes, with court-fee stamp of eight annas. |
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Do other petitions require stamp? |
No. |
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In what form should petitions to Government be made? |
Memorials as per Govt Paras. |
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Can IG withhold petitions? |
Yes, in specified circumstances. |
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Can officer petition without personal interest? |
No. |
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Does petition lie against punishments under Para 478(e)-(f)? |
No. |
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Who must submit petition regarding official prospects? |
The officer himself. |
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Can officers submit joint petitions? |
No, must petition separately. |
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Are Service Associations’ rights affected? |
No, without prejudice to recognized associations. |
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Para 515 |
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Police officers of all ranks are forbidden to approach officials of other departments |
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Are police officers allowed to approach officials of other departments for grievances? |
No. |
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Can police officers seek support from members of legislatures? |
No. |
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Can police officers approach private persons for recommendations? |
No. |
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Is using questions in Council to press claims permitted? |
No. |
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Can officers use recommendation letters to superiors? |
No. |
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Can police officers obtain interview with Members or Secretaries to Government freely? |
No. |
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Whose permission is required to meet Members/Secretaries to Government? |
Inspector General’s permission. |
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Does this prohibition apply to all ranks? |
Yes. |
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Para 516 |
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Police officers of all ranks are forbidden to petition for promotion |
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Can police officers petition for promotion? |
No, except as provided by Para. |
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Does this prohibition apply to all ranks? |
Yes. |
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Can superior officers recommend subordinates for specific posts? |
No, unless ordered by competent authority. |
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Who can authorize recommendation for particular posts? |
Authority competent to fill the post. |
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Is self-petitioning for promotion generally allowed? |
No. |
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Para 517 |
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Issuing free of charge copies of official documents to an officer against which an application for revision or petition lies under the Paras |
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Is an officer entitled to free copy of order for revision/petition? |
Yes, one copy only. |
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Is more than one free copy allowed? |
No. |
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Which order copy is given free in revision of appellate order? |
Copy of appellate order. |
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Is copy of original order given free in such case? |
No, it must be paid for. |
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At what rate is additional copy supplied? |
Usual prescribed rates. |
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Does free copy apply to all documents? |
No, only the order against which revision/petition lies. |
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Para 518 |
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An officer is entitled on payment of the rates given to copies of all papers material to an appeal |
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Is an officer entitled to copies of papers material to an appeal? |
Yes, on payment of prescribed rates. |
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Do these copies apply to revision and petitions also? |
Yes. |
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Under which paragraph are rates prescribed? |
Paragraph 519. |
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Are all papers available for copy? |
No, confidential papers prejudicial to administration are excluded. |
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Can confidential papers affecting administration be supplied? |
No. |
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Is payment mandatory for such copies? |
Yes, as per prescribed rates. |
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Para 519 |
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Paras for payment of copies to private individuals |
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Should copies of police official records be freely given to private individuals? |
No, rarely except as required by law or Paras. |
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Can police information be given to commercial firms for advertising? |
No, it is improper. |
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Who should SP consult if in doubt about granting copies? |
Inspector General. |
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What is the charge for copy up to 1500 words? |
₹1. |
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What is the extra charge for every 300 words beyond 1500 words? |
12 paise. |
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How is each statement or report treated for charging? |
As a separate document. |
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Are Hindi or Urdu copy rates different from English? |
No, same rates. |
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Who fixes charge for copies of books, registers, maps or plans? |
Head of the office. |
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When should copying charges be recorded? |
In advance. |
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Under which head are copying charges credited? |
Receipts – XIX – Police – Miscellaneous. |
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Who normally prepares copies? |
Ordinary office staff. |
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When can temporary copyist be employed? |
In times of pressure if absolutely necessary. |
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Are applications for copies subject to court-fee? |
Yes, except free copies to government servants. |
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Under which Act is court-fee prescribed? |
Court Fees Act, 1870. |
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Under which Article of Court Fees Act is fee prescribed? |
Article I, Schedule II. |
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Copies are issued on which stamp? |
General stamp under Article 24, Schedule I-B. |
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Under which Act is the stamp requirement prescribed? |
Indian Stamp Act, 1899. |
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Who furnishes the required stamp? |
The applicant himself. |
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Are Government servants entitled to some free copies? |
Yes, as per Manual of Government Orders. |
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Must copies be written on impressed copy stamp paper? |
No. |
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Para 519A |
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Construction of reference |
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What does reference to “Inspector General” mean in this Chapter? |
It is construed according to the concerned police wing. |
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For Pradeshik Armed Constabulary, who is meant by Inspector General? |
IG Police, Pradeshik Armed Constabulary, Uttar Pradesh. |
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For Intelligence Department personnel, who is meant by Inspector General? |
IG Police, Intelligence, Uttar Pradesh. |
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For Criminal Investigation Department personnel, who is meant by Inspector General? |
IG Police, Criminal Investigation Department, Uttar Pradesh. |
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For Police Training Institutions personnel, who is meant by Inspector General? |
IG Police, Training, Uttar Pradesh. |
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For Government Railway Police personnel, who is meant by Inspector General? |
IG Police, Railways, Uttar Pradesh. |
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Chapter XXXIV |
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TRANSFERS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXIV have in total? |
Para 520 to Para 526 |
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Para 520 |
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Transfer of gazetted officers |
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Who makes transfers of Gazetted Officers? |
Governor in Council. |
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Who can transfer officers not above Inspector rank throughout the province? |
Inspector General. |
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Who can transfer Inspectors within the range? |
Deputy Inspector General (Range). |
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Who can transfer Sub-Inspectors, Head Constables and Constables within the range? |
Deputy Inspector General (Range). |
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Who decides posting of Reserve Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors in hill stations? |
Deputy Inspector General, Headquarters. |
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Should transfers far from home be encouraged? |
No, should be avoided as far as possible. |
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Should officers above Constable rank serve in their home districts? |
Ordinarily, no. |
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Should officers above Constable rank serve where they have landed property? |
Ordinarily, no. |
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Are constables allowed in home districts without restriction? |
No, numbers must be restricted. |
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Maximum stay of Sub-Inspector in one district? |
6 years. |
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Maximum stay of Head Constable in one district? |
10 years. |
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Maximum stay of Sub-Inspector in one police station? |
3 years. |
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Maximum stay of Head Constable in one police station? |
5 years. |
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Maximum stay of SI, HC and Constable in Tarai area? |
5 years. |
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Does Tarai Para apply to Bhabar Estates also? |
Yes. |
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Para 521 |
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Transfer by D.G. (P) |
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Who exercises transfer power under Paragraph 521? |
Inspector-General (D.G.P.). |
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Is Government sanction required for transfers under 521? |
No. |
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Can IG transfer to foreign service within the province? |
Yes. |
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Can IG transfer to service in an Indian State? |
No. |
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Can IG transfer to another department of Provincial Government? |
Yes. |
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Can IG transfer any Government servant in ordinary administration? |
Yes, if he can appoint/transfer without Government reference. |
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Can IG fill the post vacated by such transfer? |
Yes. |
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How can vacated posts be filled? |
By promotion or enlistment when necessary. |
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Can IG transfer a Government servant outside the province temporarily? |
Yes. |
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What is the initial maximum period of temporary transfer outside province? |
Two years. |
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Can the temporary transfer period be extended? |
Yes. |
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Up to what total period can it be extended? |
Two years more. |
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Para 522 |
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Mutual exchange of constables and head constables |
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Who proposes transfer from a district? |
Superintendent. |
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What must be sent when proposing district transfer? |
Character and service roll. |
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Who can mutually exchange posts? |
Head Constables and Constables. |
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Is consent required for mutual exchange? |
Yes, of concerned Superintendents. |
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To whom must proposed exchange be reported? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Is travelling allowance payable in mutual exchange? |
No. |
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Para 523 |
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Paras of joining time after transfer |
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Within how many days must a transferred subordinate be relieved? |
Within 10 days. |
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Who arranges relieving of transferred subordinate? |
Superintendent. |
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Is a transferred officer entitled to joining time? |
Yes. |
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Can Superintendent grant leave to officer under transfer? |
No. |
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From which date is Inspector entitled to sign charge certificate? |
From date of arrival in new district. |
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Who signs charge certificate if relieved officer is absent? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who signs in absence of Superintendent? |
ASP or DSP. |
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What happens to officiating officer after charge is taken? |
He is considered reverted. |
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From which date is permanent incumbent’s joining time counted? |
From date relieving officer takes charge. |
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Does joining time start from relieving date or charge date? |
From charge-taking date. |
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Para 524 |
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Transfer by S.P. within district |
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Who can transfer officers up to Inspector rank within district? |
Superintendent. |
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Is DM approval required for transfer of Inspectors? |
Yes. |
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Is DM approval required for transfer of Officer-in-Charge of PS? |
Yes. |
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What if SP and DM disagree on transfer? |
Refer to DIG (Range). |
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Who decides disputed transfer between SP and DM? |
Deputy Inspector-General (Range). |
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In certain districts, who performs DM’s function under this Para? |
Additional District Magistrate (Executive). |
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Minimum tenure of Officer-in-Charge of Police Station? |
Two years ordinarily. |
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Should subordinate station officers be transferred casually? |
No, only for good reason. |
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Maximum period of withdrawal from station duty? |
One year. |
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Is there exception to one-year withdrawal Para? |
Yes. |
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In which region is exception allowed? |
Kumaun. |
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In Kumaun, how long can Head Constable be withdrawn? |
Two years. |
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Para 525 |
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Transfer of constables in Armed and Civil police |
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Who can transfer constable with less than 2 years’ service between armed and civil police? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Can foot police constables join mounted police? |
Yes, on own request. |
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Who can transfer civil constable with 2–10 years’ service to armed police? |
Superintendent. |
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What is maximum period of such transfer in one year? |
Six months. |
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Can armed constables over 2 years’ service be transferred to civil branch? |
Yes, with DIG permission. |
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Can civil constables over 2 and under 10 years be transferred for any period? |
Yes, with DIG permission. |
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Is DIG permission mandatory for long-term branch transfer? |
Yes. |
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Who sanctions transfer in all other cases between branches? |
Inspector-General. |
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Who sanctions transfer from other Provinces to Uttar Pradesh Police? |
Inspector-General. |
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Para 526 |
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Transfer of village guard |
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Can village guard be transferred without consent? |
No. |
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Is consent mandatory for transfer of village guard? |
Yes. |
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Who must give consent for such transfer? |
The village guard himself. |
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Part IV |
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TRAINING |
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How many Chapters does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part IV have in total? |
Chapter XXXV to chapter XXXVII |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Part IV have in total? |
Para 527 to Para 554 |
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Chapter XXXV |
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TRAINING OF GAZETTED OFFICERS, INSPECTORS AND RESERVE SUB-INSPECTORS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXV have in total? |
Para 527 to Para 533 |
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Para 527 |
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Knowledge of drill to police officers |
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Are all police officers required to learn drill on appointment? |
Yes. |
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Must police officers maintain drill knowledge throughout service? |
Yes. |
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Who are exempted from maintaining drill knowledge? |
Public Prosecutors and Assistant Public Prosecutors. |
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Are Public Prosecutors required to learn drill? |
No. |
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Are Assistant Public Prosecutors required to keep drill knowledge? |
No. |
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Must Reserve Inspectors be proficient in drill? |
Yes. |
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Are superior officers required to be proficient in drill? |
Yes. |
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Does drill requirement apply to all branches of force? |
Yes. |
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Para 528 |
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Course of instruction for probationary Asstt. Superintendents of Police |
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Where do probationary ASPs undergo training? |
Provincial Police Training College. |
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Duration of training at College? |
16 months. |
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Where are training Paras prescribed? |
Provincial Police Training College Manual, Part II. |
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Do ASPs receive practical district training after college? |
Yes. |
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Are ASPs trained in English office work? |
Yes. |
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Do they learn drafting and correspondence? |
Yes. |
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Are they trained in accounts and pension papers? |
Yes. |
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Do they handle crime registers and returns? |
Yes. |
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Are ASPs put in actual charge of head clerk/accountant work? |
Yes. |
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Are ASPs trained in vernacular language work? |
Yes. |
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Do they prepare precis and translations? |
Yes. |
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Are they required to examine police diaries? |
Yes. |
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Must ASPs learn duties of Reserve Inspector? |
Yes. |
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Do they supervise drill and musketry? |
Yes. |
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Are they placed in charge of reserve duties? |
Yes. |
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Do ASPs accompany investigating officers? |
Yes. |
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Must they submit diaries under Section 172 CrPC/ SEC 192 BNSS? |
Yes. |
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Are they given charge of a city police station? |
Yes, for 20 days. |
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Must they camp at rural police station? |
Yes, for 10 days. |
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Are ASPs deputed for departmental inquiries? |
Yes. |
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Do they prepare notes on decided cases? |
Yes. |
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Must they conduct prosecution in important cases? |
Yes, three cases. |
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Are they required to attend Courts? |
Yes. |
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Do they accompany SP during inspections? |
Yes. |
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Must they conduct independent inspections later? |
Yes. |
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Are ASPs attached to CID after college? |
Yes, for one month. |
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Are they attached to IG’s office for training? |
Yes, one month. |
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Is practical exam prescribed? |
No formal exam. |
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Must they obtain infantry and equitation certificates? |
Yes. |
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Who certifies ASP’s competency? |
Superintendent & DIG (Range). |
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Must DIG examine ASP before countersigning? |
Yes. |
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Must ASP pass orders on diaries competently? |
Yes. |
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Must ASP supervise investigation intelligently? |
Yes. |
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Must ASP inspect police station efficiently? |
Yes. |
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Must ASP supervise police accountant? |
Yes. |
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Must ASP conduct proceedings under Section 7 of Police Act? |
Yes. |
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Can ASP hold subdivision charge without certificates? |
No. |
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Can ASP officiate as district head without certification? |
No. |
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Para 529 |
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Probation of Dy. S.P.'s |
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What is probation period for promoted Dy.S.P.? |
One year. |
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Where are promoted Dy.S.P.s posted initially? |
In district. |
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Are promoted Dy.S.P.s required to undergo training? |
No. |
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Are promoted Dy.S.P.s required to pass examination? |
No. |
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Must promoted Dy.S.P.s obtain competency certificate? |
Yes. |
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Who signs Dy.S.P. competency certificate? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Who countersigns Dy.S.P. certificate? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Must Dy.S.P. supervise head clerk efficiently? |
Yes. |
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Must Dy.S.P. know police accounts system? |
Yes. |
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Must Dy.S.P. conduct proceedings under Section 7 of Police Act? |
Yes. |
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Additional certificate required for non-Reserve Inspector promotees? |
Yes. |
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What extra competency must non-Reserve Inspector promotees show? |
Supervision of Reserve Inspector’s work. |
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Where are Paras for directly appointed Dy.S.P.s given? |
Police Training College Manual, Part II, Chapter II. |
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Is district training of directly appointed Dy.S.P. similar to ASP? |
Yes. |
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Under which paragraph is such training prescribed? |
Paragraph 528. |
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Who forwards probation reports of Dy.S.P.? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Through whom are reports forwarded? |
District Magistrate. |
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To whom are reports sent? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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With whom does IG consult before recommendation? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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To whom does IG submit final recommendation? |
Chief Secretary to Government. |
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Para 530 |
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R.I. must have knowledge of drill |
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Must every Reserve Inspector have knowledge of drill? |
Yes, thorough knowledge. |
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Must Reserve Inspector know duties under Chapter II? |
Yes. |
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Is drill knowledge compulsory for R.I.? |
Yes. |
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Can R.I. hold charge of headquarters in absence of gazetted officers? |
Yes, if qualified. |
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What language proficiency is required for R.I. to hold HQ charge? |
Thorough knowledge of English. |
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Must R.I. know police correspondence system? |
Yes. |
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Must R.I. know police accounts system? |
Yes. |
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Is eligibility for HQ charge automatic for all R.I.s? |
No, subject to required qualifications. |
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Para 532 |
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Qualification for the public prosecutor |
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Minimum service required as Investigating Officer for Public Prosecutor? |
Two years. |
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Is knowledge of English required for Public Prosecutor? |
Yes, thorough knowledge. |
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Which university LLB is specifically mentioned? |
University of Allahabad. |
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Minimum marks required in each LLB paper? |
30%. |
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Minimum aggregate marks required in LLB? |
30%. |
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Which subjects must be passed in LLB? |
IPC/BNS, CrPC/BNSS, Evidence Act/BSA, 2023. |
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Is law degree from UP universities acceptable? |
Yes. |
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What if no qualified officer in district? |
SP applies to DIG. |
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Who grants permission to SIs to appear in LLB exam? |
Superintendent. |
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Can probationer SIs appear in exam? |
Yes, with permission. |
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Para 533 |
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Training of Circle Inspectors |
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Do Circle Inspectors undergo any formal training course? |
No. |
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Are Circle Inspectors required to pass any examination? |
No. |
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Must Circle Inspectors maintain knowledge of platoon drill? |
Yes. |
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Under which paragraph is platoon drill requirement mentioned? |
Paragraph 546. |
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Chapter XXXVI |
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TRAINING OF SUB-INSPECTORS |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXVI have in total? |
Para 534 to Para 538 |
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Para 534 |
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Training of Sub-Inspectors |
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From the date on which Sub-Inspectors are posted to districts as sub-inspectors, civil police, sub-inspectors shall be on probation for a period of: |
two years |
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Must Civil Police Sub-Inspectors undergo training? |
Yes. |
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Where do Sub-Inspectors receive training? |
Provincial Police Training College. |
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Where are training details prescribed? |
Uttar Pradesh Police Training College Manual, Part III. |
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Does training include practical district training? |
Yes. |
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When does probation of Sub-Inspectors begin? |
From date of district posting. |
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What is probation period for Sub-Inspectors? |
Two years. |
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Who confirms Sub-Inspectors after probation? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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On what basis are Sub-Inspectors confirmed? |
If found fit for permanent appointment. |
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Para 535 |
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Probation of Sub-Inspectors |
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Do probationary Sub-Inspectors undergo practical training? |
Yes. |
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Where are they first attached for training? |
Police stations near headquarters. |
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Do they learn police station routine? |
Yes. |
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Do they learn preparation of reports and registers? |
Yes. |
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Are they trained in surveillance and patrol methods? |
Yes. |
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Do they receive instruction in investigation? |
Yes. |
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Must each probationer accompany investigations? |
Yes, at least six. |
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Are probationers given independent cases? |
Yes, simple cases. |
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Who supervises probationers at police station? |
Inspector-in-charge of city/circle. |
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Does Inspector report on probationer’s work? |
Yes, periodically. |
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Do probationers work in SP office? |
Yes, for some weeks. |
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What work do they perform in SP office? |
Prepare abstracts of diaries and papers. |
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Are they attached to Public Prosecutor’s office? |
Yes. |
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Do they learn examination of police papers for prosecution? |
Yes. |
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Do they assist in prosecution under supervision? |
Yes. |
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Are they instructed in criminal tribes work? |
Yes. |
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Do probationers receive drill training? |
Yes. |
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Are they trained in guard posting and relief? |
Yes. |
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Must they learn lining of streets and parking duties? |
Yes. |
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Where do they receive reserve line training? |
In reserve lines. |
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Para 536 |
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Programme for probationer Sub-Inspector |
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Who prepares programme for probationary Sub-Inspector? |
Superintendent. |
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What does programme specify? |
Stations and training periods. |
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Should too many probationers train at same place? |
No. |
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Can training be shortened for promoted Head Constables? |
Yes. |
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On what basis can training be shortened? |
Prior experience and competence. |
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Who decides competency of promoted Head Constable? |
Superintendent. |
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When can probationer be posted to police station for duty? |
After sufficient training. |
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Under whose supervision does probationer perform station duty? |
Selected Station Officer. |
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Under which paragraph are duties of subordinate SI prescribed? |
Paragraph 50. |
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Is training sheet maintained for each probationer? |
Yes. |
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Who maintains training sheet? |
Superintendent. |
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What is purpose of training sheet? |
Assess progress and fitness for confirmation. |
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Are inspectors’ periodical reports recorded? |
Yes. |
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Does SP record notes on investigations and conduct? |
Yes. |
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Who reviews probationer after six months? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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When does DIG review probationer? |
After six months of probation. |
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What does DIG examine during inspection? |
Programme and training sheet. |
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Is formal documentation of progress mandatory? |
Yes. |
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Para 537 |
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Extension of period of probation |
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Who can extend probation of Sub-Inspector? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Maximum extension period allowed? |
One year. |
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Must extension order specify exact date? |
Yes. |
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Can probationer be discharged during probation? |
Yes. |
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Can promoted probationer be reverted? |
Yes. |
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Who orders discharge or reversion? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Is show cause required before discharge? |
Yes. |
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Must grounds of discharge be communicated? |
Yes. |
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Is probationer’s explanation considered before discharge? |
Yes. |
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Is compensation payable on discharge during probation? |
No. |
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When can probationer be discharged? |
During or at end of probation/extended period. |
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When is probationer confirmed? |
If found fit and integrity certified. |
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Who confirms probationer? |
Deputy Inspector-General. |
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Para 538 |
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Selection of 'Z' cadets |
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Who are classified as “Z” cadets? |
Cadets passing final test with outstanding distinction. |
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Who decides “Z” classification? |
Examination Board. |
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Where is “Z” classification recorded? |
Character roll. |
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Whose report on “Z” classification is final? |
President of Examination Board. |
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To whom is report submitted? |
Inspector General of Police. |
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Does “Z” class apply to civil and armed police? |
Yes. |
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Do civil “Z” officers receive special training? |
Yes. |
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Is officer’s own preference considered for training? |
Yes. |
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Are civil “Z” officers eligible for accelerated promotion? |
Yes. |
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To which rank can civil “Z” officer be accelerated? |
Inspector. |
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When is civil “Z” officer considered for promotion? |
After confirmation as Sub-Inspector. |
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Where are armed “Z” officers ordinarily employed? |
Training Centre or Military Police. |
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What post may armed “Z” officer hold at Training Centre? |
Chief Inspector. |
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What post may armed “Z” officer hold in Military Police? |
Platoon Commander. |
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Are armed “Z” officers eligible for accelerated promotion? |
Yes. |
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To which rank can armed “Z” officer be accelerated? |
Reserve Inspector. |
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Chapter XXXVII |
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TRAINING OF HEAD CONSTABLES AND CONSTABLES |
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How many Paragraphs does the U.P. POLICE REGULATION Chapter XXXVII have in total? |
Para 539 to Para 554 |
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Para 539 |
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Training of recruits |
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Who determines training place of recruits? |
Inspector General. |
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Does Para apply to civil police recruits? |
Yes. |
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Does Para apply to armed police recruits? |
Yes. |
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Who decides manner of training? |
Inspector General. |
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Do recruits undergo tests after training? |
Yes. |
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Who prescribes tests for recruits? |
Inspector General. |
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Para 540 |
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Selection of X recruits from constables |
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Who can be designated as “X” recruit? |
Constable recruit with outstanding merit. |
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Who forms opinion about outstanding merit? |
Officer conducting final tests. |
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Is “X” designation automatic for all recruits? |
No. |
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Where is “X” designation recorded? |
Character roll. |
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Do “X” recruits receive special training? |
Yes. |
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Are “X” recruits encouraged for promotion exams? |
Yes. |
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Which exam are civil “X” recruits encouraged to appear? |
Provincial Promotion Examination. |
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Para 541 |
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Probation period of recruits |
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When does probation of a recruit begin? |
From date of officiating in clear vacancy. |
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What is normal probation period? |
Two years. |
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What is probation period for CID/District Intelligence recruits? |
Three years. |
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Who are governed by Para 84 directions? |
Mounted Police transferees. |
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Who must approve recruit for service before confirmation? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Who confirms recruit after satisfactory probation? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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What is required for confirmation? |
Satisfactory conduct and work. |
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Can SP discharge recruit during probation? |
Yes. |
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On what ground can SP discharge recruit? |
Unlikely to make good police officer. |
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Must complaints be communicated before discharge? |
Yes. |
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Is show cause opportunity mandatory before discharge? |
Yes. |
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Must recruit submit representation in writing? |
Yes. |
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Must SP consider representation before discharge? |
Yes. |
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Are SP’s discharge orders final? |
Yes, subject to DIG control. |
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Para 542 |
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Instruction in law and regulation to recruits |
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Where is instruction in law given to recruits? |
Lines schools. |
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Who imparts instruction in law and regulation? |
Trained teachers. |
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Who is generally in charge of the school? |
Deputy Superintendent of Police. |
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How many times must DSP visit school weekly? |
At least three times. |
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When must DSP visit school? |
When at headquarters. |
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What type of lectures should be arranged frequently? |
Short practical lectures. |
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Who delivers practical lectures? |
Experienced police officers. |
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Should Superintendent visit the school? |
Yes. |
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What should Superintendent take regarding school visits? |
Every opportunity to visit. |
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What must be kept for visiting officers’ remarks? |
Inspection book. |
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Para 543 |
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Classes of constables |
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How many classes of constables are there? |
Two – Class A and Class B. |
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What did Class A vacancies include before 1 June 1941? |
Literate and selected meritorious semi/illiterate men. |
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What special qualities were considered earlier for Class A? |
Detective skill or meritorious service. |
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After 1 June 1941, what is required for Class A promotion? |
Prescribed educational test. |
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Who prescribes educational test for Class A? |
Inspector General. |
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What does Class B comprise? |
Constables not admitted to Class A. |
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Is education mandatory for Class A after 1941? |
Yes. |
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Can illiterate constables now enter Class A without test? |
No. |
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Can constables be employed on clerical duty? |
Yes, subject to conditions. |
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What is first condition for clerical employment? |
One year executive experience. |
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What is second condition for clerical employment? |
Passing prescribed examination. |
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Para 544 |
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Training of drill will be taught in reserve lines |
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Where is drill training conducted? |
Reserve lines. |
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Who supervises drill training? |
Reserve Inspector and Armed Police Sub-Inspector. |
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Who receives drill instruction? |
Armed police, civil emergency reserve and recruits. |
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What basic drill is taught? |
Squad drill. |
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What intermediate drill is taught? |
Platoon drill. |
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What advanced drill is taught? |
Company drill. |
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Is drill taught in close order? |
Yes. |
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Is drill taught in extended order? |
Yes. |
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Is company ceremonial included in training? |
Yes. |
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Are guard duties part of drill training? |
Yes. |
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Are principles of infantry attack taught? |
Yes, as applicable to police duties. |
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Is fire direction training included? |
Yes. |
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Is discipline and control emphasized? |
Yes. |
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For what purpose are infantry principles applied? |
Suppression of disturbances and rounding up gangs. |
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Is battalion and ceremonial drill practiced in large districts? |
Yes. |
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Who may exempt personnel from physical training? |
Superintendent of Police/Commandant. |
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At what age can exemption be granted? |
Above 45 years. |
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From what activities can exemption be given? |
Physical training and strenuous exercises. |
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Para 545 |
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Training of drill of mounted police |
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Who receives drill training under Para 545? |
Mounted police officers and men. |
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What riding skill is taught to mounted police? |
Equitation. |
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What horse-related skill is taught? |
Horse mastership. |
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Is troop drill included in training? |
Yes. |
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Is ceremonial drill included? |
Yes. |
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Are guard duties taught to mounted police? |
Yes. |
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Which traditional weapon training is given? |
Sword. |
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Which additional weapon training is provided? |
Lance. |
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Are cavalry field operation principles taught? |
Yes. |
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Are cavalry principles fully military in nature? |
No, only useful for police purposes. |
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Para 546 |
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Training of platoon drill |
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Who must know platoon drill? |
Circle Inspectors, Sub Inspectors and Head Constables. |
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Must Civil Police Sub-Inspectors know platoon drill? |
Yes. |
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Must Head Constables know platoon drill? |
Yes. |
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Must Circle Inspectors know platoon drill? |
Yes. |
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Who must conduct parades? |
Circle Inspectors, SIs and Head Constables. |
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Who can take command of police parties? |
Circle Inspectors, SIs and Head Constables. |
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Who can post and relieve sentries? |
Circle Inspectors, SIs and Head Constables. |
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Who must instruct men in platoon drill? |
Circle Inspectors, SIs and Head Constables. |
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Is guard duty instruction mandatory? |
Yes. |
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Is street lining part of training? |
Yes. |
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Is carriage parking instruction included? |
Yes. |
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Must officers know use of batons? |
Yes. |
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Must officers know use of whistles? |
Yes. |
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What drill must civil constables know? |
Squad drill. |
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Are constables required to know practical duties? |
Yes. |
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Para 547 |
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S.P. shall command a general parade of the force once a week in reserve lines |
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Who shall command general parade once a week? |
Superintendent of Police. |
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Where is general parade conducted? |
Reserve lines. |
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When must SP command parade? |
When not on tour. |
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How often must SP command parade? |
At least once a week. |
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Must SP attend kit inspection? |
Yes. |
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Where can kit inspection be attended? |
Lines or headquarters police station. |
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Should SP test quality of instruction? |
Yes. |
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Where should instruction be tested? |
Lines and police stations. |
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Must SP issue written orders for parade attendance? |
Yes. |
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For whom are written orders issued? |
Assistant & Deputy Superintendents. |
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Where must officers attend parade? |
Lines and headquarters police station. |
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Is parade attendance scheduled formally? |
Yes, by written orders. |
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Which day is holiday from drill? |
Thursday. |
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Para 548 |
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Practice of musketry and revolver |
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Who must be present during musketry and revolver practice? |
A gazetted officer or reserve inspector. |
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Who is responsible for safety during practice? |
The officer or reserve inspector present. |
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What precautions must be ensured? |
All necessary precautions against accidents. |
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Who ensures the accuracy of score records? |
The gazetted officer or reserve inspector present. |
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Is musketry practice allowed without supervision? |
No. |
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Para 549 |
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Inspection of kits, arms and clothing etc. in police lines |
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When is the kit, arms, and clothing inspection held in reserve lines? |
Every Monday. |
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Who inspects kits, arms, clothing, horses, and accoutrements? |
Senior gazetted officer or reserve inspector. |
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What items are inspected during the parade? |
Kits, arms, accoutrements, horses, saddlery, appointment certificates, clothing, and accoutrement books. |
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Who explains new departmental orders and important law/Para changes? |
The inspecting senior officer or reserve inspector. |
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Are changes in police laws explained during inspections? |
Yes. |
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Is the inspection limited to physical equipment? |
No, it also includes certificates and documentation. |
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Who is responsible for ensuring men understand new Paras? |
Senior gazetted officer or reserve inspector present. |
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Does the inspection cover the Police Gazette updates? |
Yes. |
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Para 550 |
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Instruction in "First aid to the injured" to probationary police officers and recruits |
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Who gives first aid instruction to probationary officers and recruits? |
Assistant surgeon or sub-assistant surgeon. |
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Who must keep up their first aid knowledge by practice? |
Members of the Force with first aid certificates. |
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When should members be examined in first aid? |
At all inspections of station and in the lines. |
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What happens if few recruits are receiving first aid instruction? |
Assistant/sub-assistant surgeon gives refresher instruction to police at district headquarters. |
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Is first aid instruction only for recruits? |
No, also for probationary officers. |
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Where are refresher first aid instructions given? |
At the headquarters of the district. |
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Should first aid knowledge be maintained continuously? |
Yes, by practice and examination. |
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Who supervises first aid training for police? |
Assistant surgeon or sub-assistant surgeon. |
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Is first aid instruction theoretical, practical, or both? |
Practical (implied by practice and examination). |
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Does first aid training include all members or select members? |
Recruits and probationary officers; certified members for refresher. |
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Para 551 |
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Selection of Burglers from recruits |
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From which recruits are burglars selected? |
Constables of the armed police. |
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Where is preliminary training of burglars given? |
In the police lines. |
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Who deputes men for further training after preliminary training? |
Deputy Inspector General. |
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Is selection of burglars from civil police? |
No, only from armed police. |
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What is the sequence of training for selected burglars? |
Preliminary training in lines → further training deputed by DIG. |
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Para 552 |
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Daily class of Drill instructors |
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Who conducts daily classes of drill instruction in observation? |
Drill instructors trained at Police Training College, Moradabad. |
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When is the daily class of observation held? |
After the dismissal of the morning parade. |
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Which officers must attend the observation class? |
All sub-inspectors and head constables of the armed police without observation certificates. |
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Until when must officers attend the class? |
Until they qualify to the satisfaction of the Superintendent of Police. |
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Where are the daily classes held? |
In the police lines. |
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Para 553 |
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Employment of trained S.I. teachers |
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How long is the probation period for trained S.I. teachers in district reserve lines schools? |
One year. |
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What happens if a teacher’s work or conduct is unsatisfactory during probation? |
They are returned to their original post under a municipal or district board. |
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What happens to teachers with satisfactory work and conduct during probation? |
Transferred permanently to the police and subject to ordinary pension and clerical staff Paras. |
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Does service under a district or municipal board count for police pension? |
No, it counts only for leave. |
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What is provided to teachers not given Government quarters? |
House rent allowance. |
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Para 554 |
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Posting of trained teachers to give primary teaching to the children of police officers |
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Who provides primary education to children of police officers? |
Trained teachers in lines schools. |
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When should classes for children be held? |
Early mornings, when teachers are free from instructing recruits. |
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What is the maximum number of children per class? |
16 children. |
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Is any fee charged for this instruction? |
No, instruction is free of charge. |
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Can teaching children interfere with recruit training? |
No, it must not interfere with recruits’ training. |
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