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Police officers were also known as in the British police system.

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Chowkidars

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Thanedars

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Kotwals

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The correct option is C Kotwals
A ‘Kotwal’ or police officer was put in charge of the station. The Kotwals had to investigate thefts, crimes and law violations at the village level.

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