Andaman & Nicobar Police Police Sub-Inspector (Station Officer) Syllabus
The comprehensive syllabus for the Andaman & Nicobar Police Sub-Inspector (Station Officer) exam typically includes the following sections:
1. General Knowledge & General Awareness
Current Affairs:
- National and International events.
History:
- Focus on Indian History, especially the freedom movement.
Geography:
- Physical and Economic Geography of India.
Indian Polity:
- Constitution, Political System, Panchayati Raj, Public Policy.
Economics:
- Indian Economy, Budget, and Planning.
General Science:
- Basic concepts in Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
Environmental Issues:
- Ecology, Biodiversity, and Climate Change.
Culture:
- Indian Art, Literature, and Heritage.
Sports:
- Events, Awards, and Honors.
2. English Language
Reading Comprehension:
- Passages with related questions.
Grammar:
- Parts of Speech, Tenses, Articles, Prepositions, Conjunctions.
Vocabulary:
- Synonyms, Antonyms, Idioms, Phrases.
Sentence Correction:
- Error detection and sentence improvement.
Writing Skills:
- Essay Writing, Precis Writing, Letter Writing.
3. Quantitative Aptitude
Arithmetic:
- Percentages, Profit & Loss, Interest, Ratio & Proportion, Time & Work, Time & Distance, Averages, Mensuration.
Algebra:
- Equations and expressions.
Geometry:
- Basic concepts related to shapes, angles, and theorems.
Statistics:
- Mean, Median, Mode, Probability.
Data Interpretation:
- Graphs, Charts, and Tables analysis.
4. Reasoning Ability
Verbal Reasoning:
- Analogies, Coding-Decoding, Series, Blood Relations, Syllogism.
Non-Verbal Reasoning:
- Patterns, Series, Analytical Reasoning, Visual Memory.
5. Fire Service Technology (Specific to Station Officer Role)
Fire Chemistry:
- Basics of fire, combustion, and extinguishing methods.
Fire Prevention and Protection:
- Fire safety measures, types of fire extinguishers, fire alarms, and fire protection systems.
Building Construction and Fire Risk:
- Understanding the fire risks associated with different types of buildings and materials.
Firefighting Techniques:
- Methods, equipment used in firefighting, and rescue operations.
Fire Service Administration:
- Roles and responsibilities of a Station Officer, fire service laws, and regulations.
Disaster Management:
- Concepts, mitigation strategies, and emergency response procedures.
First Aid and Rescue Operations:
- Basic first aid, rescue techniques, and emergency care.
Communication Skills:
- Reporting and documenting fire incidents, communication with the team, and the public during emergencies.
6. Computer Knowledge
Basics of Computers:
- History, Types, and Generations of Computers.
Operating Systems:
- Windows, Linux basics.
MS Office:
- Word, Excel, PowerPoint functionalities.
Internet & Email:
- Basic knowledge of the Internet, Email protocols, and security.
Cyber Security:
- Awareness of online threats and security measures.
7. Physical Efficiency Test (PET)
Running:
- Timed runs.
Long Jump:
- Minimum qualifying distance.
High Jump:
- Minimum qualifying height.
Other Physical Tests:
- Push-ups, Sit-ups, etc., according to the criteria.
8. Interview/Personality Test
Assessment:
- Evaluating leadership qualities, communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and overall suitability for the role of Station Officer.
