SSC CPO (Central Police Organisation) Examination Officer Practice Questions

A police officer is investigating a robbery that occurred last night in a busy market. What is the first step he should take?

• AA. Search for evidence
• BB. Interrogate witnesses
• CC. Arrest suspects
• DD. Secure the crime scene

During a patrol, an officer notices a suspicious vehicle parked in a secluded area. What should he do next?

• AA. Ignore it
• BB. Drive away
• CC. Approach the vehicle
• DD. Call for backup

While on duty, an officer sees a person acting suspiciously near a bank. What should he do?

• AA. Call for backup
• BB. Leave the area
• CC. Confront the person
• DD. Observe from a distance

A police officer receives a tip-off about a planned robbery. What is the most immediate action to take?

• AA. Relax and wait
• BB. Conduct surveillance
• CC. Dismiss the information
• DD. Inform the media

A police officer notices a group of people gathering suspiciously in a park at night. What should he do?

• AA. Join the crowd
• BB. Ignore them
• CC. Investigate the situation
• DD. Call for backup

During a chase, a suspect drops a weapon. What should the officer do next?

• AA. Call for backup
• BB. Leave it and continue chasing
• CC. Pick it up immediately
• DD. Secure the area first

An officer receives a report of a domestic dispute. Upon arrival, he hears shouting inside. What is his first action?

• AA. Leave the scene
• BB. Knock and announce his presence
• CC. Enter the premises forcefully
• DD. Wait for backup

While investigating a crime scene, an officer finds a wallet. What should he do?

• AA. Ignore it
• BB. Turn it in to evidence
• CC. Keep it as a personal memento
• DD. Take it home

A police officer is conducting a traffic stop and notices the driver is visibly nervous. What should he do?

• AA. Leave the scene
• BB. Remain calm
• CC. Immediately arrest the driver
• DD. Assume guilt