(1) lt sh all be th e responsibilily of the State Governmenl to ens ure an efficient, etfectivo, responsive and accountable Police service lorthe enlire State.
Forlhis purpoae, the superintendence of the Police setuice throughoul the Stateshallvest in and be exercised by the StateGovemment in accordance with the provisions of this Act.
(2) -fhe State Government shallexerciso its superintendence overthe Police servicein such mannerand to such exentso as to promote the proiessional efficiency of the Police and to ensure that the Police pertormance is at all times in accordance with the law. For thjs purpose, ihe State Governmenl shalllay down policies and guidelines, setting slandards io I quality policiilg, facililatelheir implemeniation and ensuring lhat the Police iorce perforrns iis duties in a professional mannerwith functional aulonomy