Paramilitary Forces — Set 10
Defence GK · अर्धसैनिक बल · Questions 91–100 of 120
Which CAPF is responsible for guarding the India-Myanmar border in Northeast India?
Correct Answer: B. Assam Rifles
Assam Rifles is the primary force responsible for guarding India's border with Myanmar extending approximately 1,643 km across Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, and Mizoram. The India-Myanmar border is characterized by dense jungles, mountainous terrain, and multiple insurgent groups operating on both sides. Assam Rifles works to prevent drug trafficking, arms smuggling, and cross-border movement of insurgents. The force's deep knowledge of local terrain and communities makes it the ideal force for this challenging border.
Total strength of all CAPFs (Central Armed Police Forces) approximately is?
Correct Answer: C. Over 10 lakh
The combined strength of all seven Central Armed Police Forces (BSF, CRPF, CISF, ITBP, SSB, Assam Rifles, and NSG) exceeds 10 lakh (1 million) personnel. CRPF alone has over 3.25 lakh personnel, BSF has over 2.65 lakh, CISF over 1.85 lakh, and other forces together account for the rest. This massive combined strength makes India's CAPF among the largest security forces in the world. The forces collectively guard thousands of kilometres of borders and critical installations.
CISF's full mandate expansion began after which major security incident?
Correct Answer: B. 2001 Indian Parliament attack
The 2001 Indian Parliament attack significantly accelerated CISF's mandate expansion. Following the attack, the government reviewed security at all critical national installations and decided to give CISF responsibility for Parliament security, replacing Delhi Police. The 9/11 attacks in the USA also influenced India's decision to expand CISF's role in airport security. These events transformed CISF from primarily an industrial security force to a comprehensive critical infrastructure protection organization.
Which CAPF is specifically trained for high-altitude operations above 9,000 feet?
Correct Answer: B. ITBP
ITBP is uniquely trained for operations at extreme altitudes ranging from 9,000 to 18,750 feet along the Himalayan border with China. Its personnel undergo specialized high-altitude acclimatization, mountaineering, and survival training. ITBP has developed its own high-altitude medicine protocols and recruits personnel specifically suited for high-altitude operations. Operating at these altitudes requires exceptional physical fitness, psychological resilience, and specialized equipment.
Which operation did NSG conduct successfully during the 2008 Mumbai attacks?
Correct Answer: B. Operation Black Tornado
Operation Black Tornado was the NSG's counter-terrorism operation during the 26/11 Mumbai attacks (November 26-29, 2008). NSG commandos assaulted the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, Trident-Oberoi Hotel, and Nariman House to eliminate terrorists and rescue hostages. The operation lasting 3 days resulted in neutralizing 9 of the 10 terrorists who attacked Mumbai. Operation Black Tornado is studied globally as a model counter-terrorism response in an urban environment.
The CRPF Act was passed in which year giving CRPF its legal framework?
Correct Answer: B. 1949
The Central Reserve Police Force Act 1949 was passed to give CRPF its statutory legal framework after India's independence. The Act defined the force's powers, duties, composition, and command structure. Under this Act, the Crown Representative's Police was renamed the Central Reserve Police Force on December 28, 1949. The CRPF Act 1949 remains the foundational legislation governing CRPF and has been amended several times to expand its powers and jurisdiction.
SSB is under the administrative control of which ministry?
Correct Answer: B. Ministry of Home Affairs
The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) is under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), like all other Central Armed Police Forces. SSB was brought under MHA in 2001 when it was restructured as a border guarding force. Previously, when it was the Special Service Bureau, it was under the Cabinet Secretariat as an intelligence organization. The shift to MHA reflects SSB's transformation from a covert intelligence unit to an overt armed border guarding force.
Which CAPF won the first Gallantry Award of independent India?
Correct Answer: B. CRPF
CRPF has the distinction of winning India's first Gallantry Award in the post-independence era. CRPF personnel have consistently demonstrated exceptional bravery in operations across India. The force has been awarded numerous President's Police Medals for Gallantry and other awards over its history. CRPF's track record of gallantry in anti-Naxal operations, J&K counter-insurgency, and Northeast operations has earned it numerous honours.
What is the significance of the ITBP's establishment date October 24, 1962?
Correct Answer: C. It was the UN Day and India chose this date
October 24 is United Nations Day, and India deliberately chose this date to raise ITBP in 1962, reflecting India's commitment to international peace while simultaneously addressing the border security threat from China. The 1962 India-China War began on October 20, 1962, and ITBP was raised just 4 days later on October 24. This rapid establishment reflected the urgency with which India responded to the China threat. The symbolic choice of UN Day also indicated India's desire for peaceful borders.
The India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan crosses which major desert?
Correct Answer: B. Thar Desert
The India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan crosses the Thar Desert, also known as the Great Indian Desert. BSF guards this desert border using its famous Camel Contingent along with motorized patrols and electronic surveillance. The Thar Desert terrain is characterized by sand dunes, extreme temperatures, and sparse vegetation. Despite the harsh conditions, BSF maintains a robust presence to prevent smuggling, drug trafficking, and infiltration through this border.