Police Ranks — Set 1
Police GK · पुलिस रैंक · Questions 1–10 of 30
Which is generally the lowest rank in the police hierarchy?
Correct Answer: C. Constable
The rank of Police Constable is the lowest entry-level position in the standard police hierarchy. Promotion from this rank leads to the position of Head Constable. They perform general duties and beat patrolling in their assigned areas.
Who is the highest-ranking officer and head of the entire state police force?
Correct Answer: D. Director General of Police (DGP)
The Director General of Police (DGP) serves as the head of the state police department. This officer is responsible for the overall administration and command of the state police. The DGP is appointed from the senior-most Indian Police Service (IPS) officers.
Which police officer wears an insignia of three stars with a red and blue ribbon?
Correct Answer: B. Inspector
An Inspector of Police wears three metal stars along with a red and blue ribbon on the shoulder strap. This rank is senior to a Sub-Inspector and junior to a Deputy Superintendent of Police. Inspectors are typically the highest-ranking non-gazetted officers.
Who is the administrative head of a Police Range comprising multiple districts?
Correct Answer: C. Deputy Inspector General (DIG)
A Police Range is administratively headed by a Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG). A range usually consists of a group of 3 to 5 districts depending on the state. The DIG supervises the Superintendents of Police within that range.
Which rank is immediately senior to an Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI)?
Correct Answer: B. Sub-Inspector (SI)
The rank immediately above an Assistant Sub-Inspector is the Sub-Inspector (SI). An SI is often the officer in charge of smaller police stations or posts. They wear two stars with a red and blue ribbon as their insignia.
What is the full form of SHO in the context of police administration?
Correct Answer: A. Station House Officer
SHO stands for Station House Officer, who is the officer in charge of a police station. The SHO is authorized to register FIRs and investigate crimes within the station's jurisdiction. This position is usually held by an Inspector or a senior Sub-Inspector.
Which officer's insignia consists of the Ashoka Emblem and one star?
Correct Answer: C. Superintendent of Police (SP)
A Superintendent of Police (SP) wears the Ashoka Emblem and one star on their shoulder badge. This rank is typically held by the head of the police force in a district. The SP is responsible for maintaining law and order throughout the district.
Who is the head of a Police Zone which comprises multiple ranges?
Correct Answer: D. Inspector General of Police (IG)
An Inspector General of Police (IG) heads a Police Zone, which is a larger administrative unit than a Range. A Zone generally comprises two or more Police Ranges. The IG is a senior rank in the Indian Police Service hierarchy.
What is the highest non-gazetted rank in the police force?
Correct Answer: A. Inspector
The rank of Inspector is the highest non-gazetted rank in the state police force. Officers above this rank, starting from Deputy Superintendent of Police, are Gazetted Officers. Inspectors often serve as Circle Officers in rural areas.
Which insignia is worn by a Sub-Inspector of Police?
Correct Answer: B. Two stars with red and blue ribbon
A Sub-Inspector (SI) wears two stars along with a red and blue ribbon on the shoulder straps. The SI is the lowest rank permitted to file a charge sheet in court under Indian law. They play a critical role in investigation and station management.