In which of the following circumstances can an enrolled member of the

In which of the following circumstances can an enrolled member of the Central Industrial Security Force be placed under suspension?
1. Where a disciplinary proceeding against him/her is contemplated or pending.
2. Where a case against him/her in respect of any criminal offence is under investigation, inquiry or trial.
3. Where in the opinion of the competent authority, the member of the Force had engaged himselffherself in activities prejudicial to the interest of the security of the State.
Select the correct answer using the code given below:

1 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2017
The correct option is D, as an enrolled member of the Central Industrial Security Force can be placed under suspension in all three listed circumstances according to the CISF Rules.
Rule 32(1) of the Central Industrial Security Force Rules, 2001 (as amended) specifies the grounds for placing a member of the Force under suspension.
Statement 1: Where a disciplinary proceeding against him/her is contemplated or pending. This is a valid ground for suspension under Rule 32(1)(a).
Statement 2: Where a case against him/her in respect of any criminal offence is under investigation, inquiry or trial. This is a valid ground for suspension under Rule 32(1)(b).
Statement 3: Where in the opinion of the competent authority, the member of the Force had engaged himself/herself in activities prejudicial to the interest of the security of the State. This is a valid ground for suspension under Rule 32(1)(c).
Since all three circumstances are listed as grounds for suspension in the CISF Rules, all statements are correct.
Suspension is not a penalty in itself but rather an interim measure. It is usually ordered to prevent the member from influencing the investigation, tampering with evidence, or if their continued presence is considered detrimental to discipline, security, or the public interest while a serious inquiry or trial is ongoing. The period of suspension can be reviewed and extended.