As per the provisions of the Central Industrial Security Force Act, 19

As per the provisions of the Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968, which one of the following statements is incorrect?
During his/her suspension from office, a member of the Force

is subject to the same responsibilities as he/she had before suspension.
is subject to the same discipline as he/she was subject to before suspension.
can be subjected to any penalty that could be imposed on him/her before his/her suspension.
ceases to be a member of the Force for the duration of his/her suspension.
This question was previously asked in
UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2017
The correct answer is D) ceases to be a member of the Force for the duration of his/her suspension. Suspension is a temporary state where a member is relieved of their duties but remains within the disciplinary control and is still a member of the force. They do not cease to be a member.
– Suspension is a disciplinary action or an interim measure pending inquiry. It does not terminate the employment or membership in the force.
– During suspension, a member is still subject to the rules, discipline, and responsibilities (in terms of conduct and adherence to rules) of the force.
– Penalties, including termination or dismissal, can be imposed after the completion of disciplinary proceedings, which may occur during or after the suspension period.
– Section 9(2) of the Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968 read with relevant rules (e.g., CISF Rules) governs punishments and disciplinary procedures, including suspension. Suspension maintains the employer-employee relationship and the disciplinary jurisdiction over the suspended individual.