Multiple choice

Consider the following facts.

  1. The CRPF, established in 1939, is the oldest paramilitary force of India.
  2. The ITBP functions in the northern frontiers with the aim of checking smuggling and illegal immigration.

Which of the above is/are true?

  1. 1 only

  2. 2 only

  3. Both 1 and 2

  4. Neither 1 nor 2
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Assam Rifles, established in 1835 , is the oldest paramilitary force of India. It maintains internal security under the control of the army through the conduct of counter insurgency and border security operations. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police was established in 1962. It is deployed mainly in Northern frontiers for monitoring the borders and to check smuggling and illegal immigration.

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