Official questionExamen Civique
Qui veille au maintien de l’ordre public ?
Who is responsible for maintaining public order?
Correct answer
La police et la gendarmerie
The police and the gendarmerie
Why
The police and the gendarmerie maintain public order, protect people and property and investigate offences, under the authority of the State. Locally, the prefect and the mayor also hold policing powers. From the official carte de résident knowledge-question list.
Answer choices
- ALes syndicatsTrade unions
- BLes associations de quartierNeighbourhood associations
- CLa police et la gendarmerieThe police and the gendarmerie
- DLes entreprises de transportTransport companies