Functions
The functions to be performed by Home Guards are listed below:
- To serve as Auxiliary to the Police and generally help in maintaining internal security.
- To serve in static defensive duties such as man check points, guard low priority buildings, installations, guard villages etc.
- To function as an Emergency Force intended for special tasks directly or indirectly connected with the defence of the country.
- To help the community in any kind of Emergency—such as any natural Calamity.
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