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When was the Home Guards established as a voluntary force?

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1963
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1955
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1946
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1969
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The correct option is C 1946
Home Guards is a voluntary force that was first established in 1946. Any citizen between the ages of 20 to 35 years can join the Home Guards. Both men and women are allowed to be a part of it. As of 2020, 5.73 lakh volunteers have joined the Home Guards.

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