Zones & Ranges — Set 1
Police GK · ज़ोन और रेंज · Questions 1–10 of 40
Which officer serves as the head of a Police Range in the administrative structure of Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Deputy Inspector General (DIG)
A Police Range is administratively headed by a Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG). This officer supervises the Superintendents of Police in the districts within that range. The DIG reports to the Inspector General (IG) of the respective zone.
How many Police Ranges are currently established in the Bihar Police organization?
Correct Answer: B. 12 Ranges
There are currently 12 Police Ranges in the state of Bihar. These ranges group multiple districts together for better administrative control. Each range is headed by an officer of the rank of Deputy Inspector General (DIG).
Who is the highest-ranking officer in a Police Zone in Bihar?
Correct Answer: C. Inspector General (IG)
A Police Zone is headed by an officer of the rank of Inspector General of Police (IG). A zone typically comprises one or more police ranges. The IG is responsible for the overall law and order maintenance in that large geographical area.
What is the total number of Police Districts in Bihar, including special police districts?
Correct Answer: D. 40 Districts
The total number of Police Districts in Bihar is 40. This number is higher than the 38 revenue districts because it includes two special police districts. Navgachhia and Bagaha are the additional units created for better policing.
Which of the following is considered a 'Police District' but not a revenue district in Bihar?
Correct Answer: A. Bagaha
Bagaha has the status of a Police District but is not a separate revenue district. It was carved out administratively to ensure better police management in the region. The civil administration usually remains under the West Champaran revenue district.
Navgachhia is a special police district carved out from which revenue district?
Correct Answer: B. Bhagalpur
Navgachhia is a special police district carved out from the Bhagalpur revenue district. It functions independently for police matters with its own Superintendent of Police. However, for other administrative purposes, it remains part of Bhagalpur.
Where is the headquarters of the Central Police Range located?
Correct Answer: C. Patna
The headquarters of the Central Police Range is located in Patna. This range covers the capital district and surrounding areas like Nalanda. It is one of the most significant ranges due to the presence of the state capital.
Which Police Range headquarters is situated in Gaya?
Correct Answer: D. Magadh Range
The Magadh Police Range has its headquarters situated in Gaya. It covers districts such as Gaya, Nawada, Aurangabad, Jehanabad, and Arwal. The range is headed by a Deputy Inspector General (DIG) based in Gaya.
Which city serves as the headquarters for the Tirhut Police Range?
Correct Answer: A. Muzaffarpur
Muzaffarpur serves as the headquarters for the Tirhut Police Range. This range oversees police administration in districts like Muzaffarpur, Vaishali, Sheohar, and Sitamarhi. It is a key administrative hub in North Bihar.
The Mithila Police Range is headquartered in which city?
Correct Answer: B. Darbhanga
The Mithila Police Range is headquartered in Darbhanga. It supervises the police districts of Darbhanga, Madhubani, and Samastipur. The DIG of Mithila Range operates from this city.