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101. Which one of the following is not the role of CISF when providing Te

Which one of the following is *not* the role of CISF when providing Technical Consultancy Services?

[amp_mcq option1=”Planning and designing of communication network and preparation of related operating instructions” option2=”Preparing plan for increasing the productivity of the plant” option3=”Conducting audits in the field of industrial security, industrial safety or fire safety” option4=”Study of industrial security and fire protection related problems and suggesting appropriate solutions” correct=”option2″]

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CISF provides Technical Consultancy Services related to industrial security, industrial safety, and fire safety. This includes conducting security and fire audits, studying related problems and suggesting solutions, and designing security-related infrastructure like communication networks. However, preparing a plan for increasing the *productivity* of the plant is an operational and management function related to manufacturing processes, efficiency, and workflow, which falls completely outside the scope of security or fire safety consultancy provided by CISF.

CISF’s Technical Consultancy services are specialized in the fields of security and safety (industrial security, fire safety), not general industrial operations or productivity enhancement.

CISF’s consultancy wing leverages the force’s extensive experience in securing various types of industrial units and critical infrastructure to advise on best practices, security technologies, risk assessment, and crisis management planning related to security and fire threats.

102. In case of a strike, agitation or gherao, which one of the following i

In case of a strike, agitation or gherao, which one of the following is *not* supposed to be a role of CISF?

[amp_mcq option1=”To escort the official under the gherao to a safe place, if requested by the person concerned.” option2=”To extend all possible help to the police for tackling the situation” option3=”To force the employees to join work” option4=”To maintain friendly relations with employees” correct=”option3″]

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During a strike, agitation, or gherao, CISF’s role is primarily focused on maintaining law and order, protecting property and personnel, and ensuring the safety of those within the facility. Escorting officials under gherao to safety is a protective role that CISF performs (Option A). CISF personnel are required to cooperate and assist the local police in handling the situation (Option B). Maintaining friendly relations with employees, even during industrial unrest, is part of fostering a better working environment and can aid in de-escalation (Option D). However, forcing employees to join work is not a role of CISF; this pertains to management authority, labor laws, or orders enforced by civil administration or police, not the security force’s mandate.

CISF’s role during industrial unrest is limited to security, protection of assets and personnel, maintenance of order, and liaison with police, not involvement in labor disputes or forcing employees to work.

CISF deployment in industrial settings often involves balancing security needs with employee relations. Their actions during strikes are governed by legal provisions and administrative guidelines, aiming to prevent violence, damage, and disruption while respecting the rights of both management and employees.

103. Whenever a search of a person and of his belongings is conducted under

Whenever a search of a person and of his belongings is conducted under Section 12 of the CISF Act, which one of the following is not necessary ?

[amp_mcq option1=”An inventory of the property found on such search shall be given to the person concerned after obtaining due receipt.” option2=”The property so found on such search, shall be sent to the police along with the person.” option3=”If nothing is found on such search, a nil inventory statement duly signed shall be sent to the police along with the person.” option4=”An inventory of the property found on such search shall be given to the management concerned.” correct=”option4″]

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Section 12 of the CISF Act grants power to CISF personnel to search any person and their belongings within the industrial undertaking or premises. Standard legal procedure following such a search requires making an inventory of any property found, providing a copy of this inventory to the person searched, and sending the found property (along with the person if applicable) to the police for further legal action. If nothing is found, a nil inventory is typically documented and also sent to the police. Giving an inventory of the property found on search to the *management concerned* is not a specified requirement under Section 12 or standard search procedures; the procedure mandates documentation for the person searched and liaison with the police.

Upon searching a person under Section 12 of the CISF Act, the mandatory steps regarding property found are creating an inventory, giving a copy to the person searched, and handing over the property (and person) to the police. Documentation is shared with the person searched and the police, not directly with the management of the facility.

The CISF Act provides specific powers and procedures for security personnel operating within industrial undertakings and other protected areas. Section 12 ensures accountability and transparency in the search process by mandating the creation and distribution of an inventory of found property, linking the procedure to law enforcement (police).

104. Which one of the following is not an essential ingredient of Pass Syst

Which one of the following is not an essential ingredient of Pass System ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Photograph of the person who wants to enter” option2=”Signature verification of the authority whose signature is present on the pass” option3=”Checking the date of validity” option4=”Address of the person” correct=”option4″]

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A pass system is primarily used for access control and verification of identity and authorization to enter a restricted area. Essential elements for validating a pass typically include a photograph to match the person presenting the pass, verification of the validity period (date), and authentication of the pass itself, often through a signature or other security features of the issuing authority. The address of the person, while personal information, is not typically an essential ingredient for the *verification* process of the pass at an entry point, unless the pass is specifically tied to a local residency requirement, which is not a universal feature of pass systems.

Essential ingredients of a pass system for verification purposes focus on confirming the identity of the holder, the validity of the pass, and its authenticity. Personal details like address are not typically necessary for the immediate process of allowing or denying entry based on the pass itself.

Modern pass systems often use electronic means like magnetic stripes, barcodes, or RFID tags for verification, in addition to or instead of physical features like photographs and signatures. However, the underlying principles of identity confirmation and validity checking remain central.

105. There are many advantages of Motorised Patrol. But there are some disa

There are many advantages of Motorised Patrol. But there are some disadvantages also. Which one of the following is a disadvantage of Motorised Patrol ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Because it moves at a fast speed, it is unable to establish personal contact.” option2=”It can cover larger area in less time.” option3=”It is affected by weather conditions.” option4=”There is an element of physical fatigue.” correct=”option1″]

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Motorised patrol has several advantages, such as speed and ability to cover large areas (Option B is an advantage) and reduced physical fatigue (Option D is an advantage). However, moving quickly in a vehicle inherently limits the opportunity for detailed observation and personal interaction with people in the area being patrolled. This lack of personal contact is a significant disadvantage compared to foot patrol, which allows for community engagement and closer scrutiny of the environment. Option A correctly identifies this drawback. Option C (affected by weather conditions) can be a disadvantage, but Option A is a more fundamental and commonly cited limitation of motorized patrols regarding their effectiveness in community policing or detailed surveillance.

Motorised patrol emphasizes speed and coverage, while foot patrol emphasizes detailed observation, personal interaction, and visibility. These are trade-offs in patrol strategies.

Effective security and policing often utilize a mix of patrol types, including foot, bicycle, vehicle, and sometimes specialized modes like mounted patrol, to leverage the advantages of each and mitigate their disadvantages.

106. The first industrial undertaking where CISF was inducted was

The first industrial undertaking where CISF was inducted was

[amp_mcq option1=”HEC, Ranchi.” option2=”RCFL, Mumbai.” option3=”BCCL, Dhanbad.” option4=”Rourkela Steel Plant.” correct=”option2″]

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The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was established in 1969. The first industrial undertaking where CISF personnel were deployed was the Fertilizer Corporation of India (FCI) plant located in Trombay, Mumbai. Rashtriya Chemicals & Fertilizers Ltd. (RCFL) is the successor entity to this unit of FCI. Therefore, RCFL, Mumbai, represents the first industrial undertaking where CISF was inducted among the given options.

CISF was created to provide integrated security cover to public sector undertakings (PSUs) across India.

Other early deployments included Heavy Engineering Corporation (HEC) Ranchi, Rourkela Steel Plant, and various coal mines under entities like BCCL, but the FCI Trombay unit (now part of RCFL) was the first.

107. No appeal under the CISF Rules shall be entertained, under normal circ

No appeal under the CISF Rules shall be entertained, under normal circumstances, unless it is submitted within

[amp_mcq option1=”90 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.” option2=”60 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.” option3=”30 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.” option4=”45 days from the date on which the appellant received copy of the order appealed against.” correct=”option3″]

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According to the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) Rules, 2001, Rule 35(1)(a) specifies the period of limitation for appeals. It states that “No appeal under these rules shall be entertained unless it is submitted within a period of thirty days from the date on which a copy of the order appealed against is delivered to the appellant”. This aligns with option C.

Specific rules governing the functioning and internal administration of armed forces like CISF contain detailed procedures, including timelines for appeals against disciplinary or other orders.

The rules also provide for the appellate authority to entertain an appeal after the expiry of the specified period if it is satisfied that the appellant had sufficient cause for not submitting the appeal in time, but this is under exceptional circumstances, not “under normal circumstances” as specified in the question.

108. Who authored the book titled ‘The Idea of India’?

Who authored the book titled ‘The Idea of India’?

[amp_mcq option1=”Sunil Khilnani” option2=”Paul Brass” option3=”Atul Kohli” option4=”Christophe Jaffrelot” correct=”option1″]

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The correct answer is A) Sunil Khilnani.

‘The Idea of India’ is a renowned book authored by Sunil Khilnani, first published in 1997. The book explores the intellectual history and evolution of India’s identity and its post-independence journey.

Sunil Khilnani is a prominent Indian political scientist and author. The book is considered a significant work in contemporary Indian studies, examining key facets like democracy, secularism, and economic development in the context of India’s complex history. Paul Brass, Atul Kohli, and Christophe Jaffrelot are also well-known scholars in the field of Indian politics and South Asian studies, but ‘The Idea of India’ is specifically associated with Sunil Khilnani.

109. Who among the following has/have coined the term ‘Bullock Capitalists’

Who among the following has/have coined the term ‘Bullock Capitalists’ ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Lloyd Rudolph and Susanne Rudolph” option2=”Mary Fainsod” option3=”Andre Gunder Frank” option4=”Karl Marx” correct=”option1″]

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The term ‘Bullock Capitalists’ was coined by political scientists Lloyd Rudolph and Susanne Rudolph. They used this term to describe a class of dominant farmers in India who emerged as a significant political and economic force, particularly after the Green Revolution. These farmers possessed considerable landholdings, invested in modern agricultural technology, and wielded political influence.

The term reflects the transition from traditional agrarian practices (symbolized by the bullock) to more modern, capital-intensive farming (capitalism), highlighting the hybrid nature of this class. The Rudolphs’ work on the political economy of India often analyzed the social and political consequences of economic changes and the structure of power.

Lloyd I. Rudolph and Susanne Hoeber Rudolph were American scholars specializing in South Asian studies. Their notable works include “The Modernity of Tradition: Political Development in India” and “In Pursuit of Lakshmi: The Political Economy of the Indian State.” The concept of ‘Bullock Capitalists’ is part of their analysis of the changing rural power structure and its impact on Indian politics.

110. Which one of the following statements is not correct ? “Industrial U

Which one of the following statements is *not* correct ?
“Industrial Undertaking in Public Sector” means an industrial undertaking owned, controlled or managed by

[amp_mcq option1=”a government company as defined in the Companies Act.” option2=”a corporation established by or under a Central Act which is controlled by the Government.” option3=”a company set up by a member or members of the general public.” option4=”a corporation set up by or under a State Act which is controlled by the Government.” correct=”option3″]

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An “Industrial Undertaking in Public Sector” is defined by its ownership, control, or management by the government or government-controlled entities. A company set up by members of the general public falls under the private sector.

Public sector undertakings (PSUs) are enterprises owned by the government (either Central or State) or government companies/corporations, while private sector companies are owned and controlled by individuals or private entities.

Definitions of government companies, corporations established by acts of Parliament or State Legislatures, and public sector undertakings are provided in relevant legal frameworks like the Companies Act and acts establishing specific corporations.