Defence & Security

CURRENT AFFAIRS 7 apr

 In comparison, the movement in Chhattisgarh has more public support

as they branded it as movement of tribals against the state.
 The region is dotted with backwardness with no schools, roads or
hospitals. There is low intelligence gathering.
 The role of state police is very less. This has taken away the advantage
of local language and culture that can help counter Maoists.

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CURRENT AFFAIRS 9 apr

Civil defence volunteers

Issue
The role of civil defence volunteers in Delhi have come under pressure for
their high handedness in handling public grievances.

Background
Recently, a full blown tussle took place between general public and civil
defence volunteers due to arguments.

Details
 The Delhi Police has said that civil defence volunteers do not have
power to stop people using police barricades and punish them for violation
of Covid-19 protocols such as not wearing masks.
 Civil defence volunteers are common men and women who work under
the leadership of the district magistrates.
 They are governed by Civil Defence Act, 1968. When the Disaster
Management Act was invoked, the role of these volunteers came into
spotlight.

Role of civil defence volunteers

 Civil defence is defined as any method that is not actual combat, which
protects individuals, property and places in India from hostility.
 Their major role is to assist the civil administration when there are not
enough active officials to take care of needs of public during extraordinary
situation.

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