6. Armed and Unarmed Police. - The subordinate ranks of the Calcutta Police are divided into two district branches, the Armed and the Unarmed Members of the Armed Branch are not attached to Sections. They are grouped into battalions and are striking forces ordinarily maintained for performance of duties requiring the use of arms. They are also employed on guard, escort and picket duties throughout the area under the administrative control of the Commissioner. Members of the unarmed branches are posted to Sections and units for maintenance of law and order and prevention of crime.
