The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) celebrated the 55th CRPF Valour Day (Shaurya Diwas) on ______ 2020.

Correct option is C

Correct Answer: (c) 9 April
Explanation
· CRPF Valour Day (Shaurya Diwas) is observed every year on 9 April.
· In 2020, the 55th CRPF Valour Day was commemorated to honour the bravery of CRPF personnel.
· The day marks the 1965 Sardar Post incident (Rann of Kutch), where CRPF troops showed exceptional courage against Pakistani forces.
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
· The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) is India’s largest Central Armed Police Force, responsible for internal security and law & order.
· It plays a key role in counter-insurgency, counter-terrorism, anti-Naxal operations, and election duties.
· CRPF operates under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Information Booster
· Established: 27 July 1939 (as Crown Representative’s Police)
· Headquarters: New Delhi
· Motto: Service and Loyalty
· Valour Day: 9 April (Shaurya Diwas)
· Special Units:
· CoBRA: Elite force for anti-Naxal operations
· RAF: Rapid Action Force for riot control