Principles of establishing an observation post (OP) include maximizing observation capabilities while minimizing the risk of detection and ensuring the safety and operational effectiveness of the observer. Key considerations are concealment (seeing without being seen), elevation (for good vantage point), accessibility (for deployment and withdrawal), and avoiding silhouetting against the horizon (skyline).
While establishing an observation post, several precautions are taken. Which one of the following is not one of them ?
Asked in UPSC CISF AC EXE 2018 · Topic: The Governance System (Government Policies and Interventions for Development)
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Answer: B. The observation post should be lower than the area that is to be observed
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