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Quel est le rôle de la gendarmerie ?What is the role of the gendarmerie?

Answer

Assurer la sécurité, surtout dans les zones rurales et périurbainesEnsuring security, especially in rural and suburban areas

Explanation

The gendarmerie is a military force that ensures the safety of people and property, mainly in the countryside and small towns.

Source: service-public.gouv.fr – Police et gendarmerieUpdated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

Voter les lois sur la sécuritéPassing laws on security
Juger les personnes arrêtéesJudging people who have been arrested
Défendre les accusés au tribunalDefending accused people in court
Assurer la sécurité, surtout dans les zones rurales et périurbainesEnsuring security, especially in rural and suburban areas (Correct answer)

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