Home Department is responsible for the maintenance of law and order and protection of life and property of the citizens. The major functions of the Home Department are:
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Prevention and control of Crime.
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Administration of Justice System.
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Maintenance of Law and Order.
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Administration of Police Department and Civil Armed Battalions.
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Administration of Vigilance, Home Guards and Civil Defense, Fire Services, Forensic Science Laboratory and Prison Departments.
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Establishment of Lokayukta and Human Rights Commission.
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Grant of Arms Licenses and matters related to arms dealer licences.
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Grant of permits for plying vehicles on sealed/restricted routes in Shimla Town.
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Issues related to Visa, Inner-line permits, NORI, Citizenship etc.