Central Industrial Security Force was created

[amp_mcq option1=”under an Act of the Parliament” option2=”as per a Resolution of the Cabinet” option3=”as per an Executive order issued by the Ministry of Defence” option4=”as per an Executive order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs” correct=”option1″]

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UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2019

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The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was established under an Act of the Parliament of India. The Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968, provided for the constitution and regulation of an armed force of the Union for the better protection and security of industrial undertakings owned by the Central Government. Over time, its mandate has expanded to include other types of establishments and critical infrastructure.

CISF is one of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) of India, under the Ministry of Home Affairs. Its primary role was initially focused on public sector undertakings but has expanded significantly to cover airports, seaports, power plants, government buildings, cultural heritage sites, Delhi Metro, etc.

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