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A person 'X' has been trying to move illegally from Sri Lanka to India through waterways to engage in illegal sea trade and smuggling. Which of the following Indian security forces is most likely to intercept his movement first?

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Border Security Force
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Central Reserve Police Force
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Indian Coast Guard
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Indo-Tibetan Border Police
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Solution

The correct option is C Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is an armed force, search and rescue and maritime law enforcement agency that protects India's maritime interests and enforces its maritime law, with jurisdiction over the territorial waters of India, including its contiguous zone and exclusive economic zone. The Indian Coast Guard was formally established on 18 August 1978 by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 of the Parliament of India. It operates under the Ministry of Defence.

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