Which one of the following is the highest category Protectee ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Z category protectee” option2=”Z+ category protectee” option3=”SPG protectee” option4=”CISF protectee” correct=”option3″]

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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2022

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The correct answer is C) SPG protectee. Among the options provided, the SPG (Special Protection Group) provides the highest level of security cover in India.

– Security cover categories in India are generally graded as SPG, Z+, Z, Y, and X, based on the threat perception to the individual.
– The SPG is a specialized force solely dedicated to providing security to the Prime Minister of India and their immediate family, and sometimes to former Prime Ministers and their families for a specified period. This is considered the most elite and highest tier of protection.
– Z+ category is the highest level of security provided by other central armed police forces like NSG, CRPF, ITBP, or state police, covering a larger number of high-risk individuals.

The threat perception for individuals is periodically reviewed by the central and state security agencies, based on which the security category is determined. CISF also provides security cover to protectees, but typically for categories like Z or Y, or as part of the security detail for Z+ protectees, but not the dedicated, highest-level SPG cover.

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