Question

Visit a police station and find out the work that the police have to do to prevent crime and maintain law and order in their area especially during festivals, public meetings etc.

Answer 1

During festivals and public meetings the police becomes more alert and takes following actions to prevent crime and maintain law and order:

Police personnel are put on duty for proper crowd management. 

• CCTV cameras are installed in the area of different places to keep a watch on the activities of the people. 
• Presence of police also sets some fear in the mind of criminals and to control the mob they barricade the area. 
• Proper lighting and information booths help people if someone is separated from family during religious festivals or public meetings