Defence & Police — Set 2
Abbreviations · रक्षा और पुलिस · Questions 11–20 of 50
What is the full form of NIA, the agency that investigates terror-related crimes?
Correct Answer: C. National Investigation Agency
• **National Investigation Agency** = NIA was created to investigate and prosecute offenses affecting India's sovereignty and security. • **2008** — It was established following the Mumbai terror attacks. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Naval Intelligence Association]: This is not the correct full form of NIA; [National Intelligence Agency]: This is not the correct full form of NIA; [National Internal Agency]: This is not the correct full form of NIA.
What does the abbreviation SSB stand for in the context of paramilitary forces?
Correct Answer: C. Sashastra Seema Bal
• **Sashastra Seema Bal** = SSB is tasked with guarding India's borders with Nepal and Bhutan. • **1963** — It was originally known as the Special Service Bureau when it was established. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Sashastra Security Board]: This is not the correct full form of SSB; [Sovereign Seema Bal]: This is not the correct full form of SSB; [Social Security Bureau]: This is not the correct full form of SSB.
In the rank structure of the Indian Police, what does DGP stand for?
Correct Answer: A. Director General of Police
• **Director General of Police** = DGP is the highest-ranking police officer in an Indian State or Union Territory. • **Indian Police Service (IPS)** — All DGP-rank officers are members of the Indian Police Service. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Departmental Guard of Police]: This is not the correct full form of DGP; [District General of Police]: This is not the correct full form of DGP; [Directorate General of Patrol]: This is not the correct full form of DGP.
What is the full form of the term CBI in the Indian federal structure?
Correct Answer: A. Central Bureau of Investigation
• **Central Bureau of Investigation** = CBI is the premier investigating agency of the Government of India. • **1946** — It derives its power to investigate from the Delhi Special Police Establishment Act. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [Criminal Bureau of India]: This is not the correct full form of CBI; [Combined Bureau of Investigation]: This is not the correct full form of CBI; [Central Bureau of Information]: This is not the correct full form of CBI.
What does the abbreviation IB stand for in domestic intelligence?
Correct Answer: A. Intelligence Bureau
• **Intelligence Bureau** = IB is India's internal intelligence agency. • **1887** — It is one of the oldest intelligence organizations in the world, tracing its roots back to this year. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: [International Bureau]: This is not the correct full form of IB; [Information Bureau]: This is not the correct full form of IB; [Internal Bureau]: This is not the correct full form of IB.
What is the full form of the term NDRF in disaster management?
Correct Answer: B. National Disaster Response Force
• **National Disaster Response Force** = It is a specialized force constituted for responding to natural and man-made disasters. • **2006** — The NDRF was constituted in this year under the Disaster Management Act, 2005. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 'Naval Disaster Rescue Force': This is not the correct full form of NDRF; 'National Department of Relief Forces': This is not the correct full form of NDRF; 'National Defense Relief Force': This is not the correct full form of NDRF.
What does the abbreviation AFSPA stand for in Indian legislation?
Correct Answer: C. Armed Forces Special Powers Act
• **Armed Forces Special Powers Act** = It grants special powers to the Indian Armed Forces in 'disturbed areas'. • **1958** — This act was enacted in this year to maintain public order in regions facing insurgency. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 'Armed Forces Sovereign Powers Act': This is not the correct full form of AFSPA; 'Armed Forces Security Provision Act': This is not the correct full form of AFSPA; 'All Forces Special Patrol Act': This is not the correct full form of AFSPA.
In the Indian Navy, what does the abbreviation INS stand for?
Correct Answer: A. Indian Naval Ship
• **Indian Naval Ship** = It is the prefix used for all commissioned ships of the Indian Navy. • **1950** — The Indian Navy adopted its current name and structure in this year after India became a Republic. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 'Internal Naval System': This is not the correct full form of INS; 'Indian Naval Station': This is not the correct full form of INS; 'International Naval Ship': This is not the correct full form of INS.
What is the full form of the abbreviation SPG, which provides security to high-profile leaders?
Correct Answer: D. Special Protection Group
• **Special Protection Group** = It is responsible for the proximate security of the Prime Minister of India. • **1985** — The SPG was raised in this year following the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 'Special Police Group': This is not the correct full form of SPG; 'Security Provision Guard': This is not the correct full form of SPG; 'Sovereign Protection Guard': This is not the correct full form of SPG.
What does the abbreviation BSF stand for in border security?
Correct Answer: B. Border Security Force
• **Border Security Force** = It is considered the world's largest border-guarding force and the 'First Line of Defence' of Indian Territories. • **1965** — The BSF was established in this year to ensure the security of India's borders. • 💡 Wrong-option analysis: 'Bharat Security Force': This is not the correct full form of BSF; 'Bureau of Security Forces': This is not the correct full form of BSF; 'Border Surveillance Force': This is not the correct full form of BSF.