For a guerrilla fighter to be classified as an EPW, what must they do?

For a guerrilla fighter to be classified as an Enemy Prisoner of War (EPW) under the Geneva Conventions, there are specific criteria they must meet, one of which is wearing fixed, distinctive insignia. This requirement is rooted in the distinction principle of international humanitarian law, which emphasizes the importance of being identified as combatants during armed conflict.

By wearing recognizable and fixed insignia, guerrilla fighters can assert their status as lawful combatants, enabling them to benefit from the protections afforded to them as EPWs if they are captured. This is crucial in maintaining adherence to the laws of war and helps prevent unlawful treatment of captured individuals.

The other choices, while they may pertain to various tactics or strategies in irregular warfare, do not contribute to establishing the status of a guerrilla fighter as an EPW. For example, wearing civilian clothing or conducting operations secretly may blur the lines of combatant status and could actually compromise the recognition of lawful combatancy. Having a legal advisor, while important for general legal guidance in military operations, does not affect the classification of someone as an EPW. Thus, the requirement to wear fixed, distinctive insignia is key to ensuring the rightful protection under international laws governing armed conflict.