Question

Explain why the Guardia Civil was considered as a symbol of Spanish misrule.

Answer 1

Guardia Civil was considered as a symbol of Spanish misrule.

Explanation:

Spanish Guardia Civil, Spain's national police force, organized along military lines and engaged mainly in maintaining order in rural areas and protecting the borders and highways.

• It was created in 1844 and its first achievement was the suppression of brigandage in southern Spain.
• The Guardia Civil had the power to enforce penalties for violations of legislation and municipal ordinances.
• They could arrest people only on suspicion, and the Spanish colonial government did not prevent the Civil Guardia in interrogation practices using torture techniques.
• If resistance had been given, they could execute suspects without trial.