Module 3 Session 27

Question 1

Q1. Name the four types of crowds

Answer 1

Ans: 1. Casual Crowds (bus stops, markets, shopping mall)
2. Cohesive Crowds ()
3. Expressive Crowds (common interest)
4. Aggressive Crowds (Riot)

Question 2

Q2. There are 7 behaviours of unruly crowds. What are they?

Answer 2

Ans: 1. Lack of restraint (to hold back from action)
2. Abnormal behaviour ( not normal - extra ordinary)
3. Conformity with the group ( without specific aim)
4. Belief that everyone share the same idea or sentiments
5. Using crowd to conceal or hide the identity anonymity means - being unknown

Question 3

Q4. What are the roles and responsibilities of police in Demonstration and gathering.

Answer 3

Ans: 1. Public scrutiny
2. Containment
3. Isolation
4. Dispersal

Question 4

Q4 what are the General Guidelines in regards to Gatherings and meetings

Answer 4

Ans: 1. Police aim
2. Police impartiality
3. Use of force
4. Action regarding banners
5. Knowledge of the overall Plan
6. Knowledge of the overall area

Question 5

Q5. What are the general considerations in regard to Meetings and Gatherings.

Answer 5

Ans: 1. Observe individuals rather than the event.
2. Ignore insults or baiting by individuals
3. Avoid unnecessary conversation with demonstrators.
4. Never argue with demonstrators
5. Avoid bodily contacts with demonstrators.
6. Remain outside the crowd.
7. Remain impartial.
8. Exercise restraint.