Which of the following statements about CISF is/are correct ? 1. CIS

Which of the following statements about CISF is/are correct ?

1. CISF is the only Central Armed Police Force in India having a full-fledged fire service wing.
2. CISF offer security consultancy services only to the Government establishments.

Select the correct answer using the code given below :

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option1″]

This question was previously asked in

UPSC CISF-AC-EXE – 2017

The correct option is A, as statement 1 is correct and statement 2 is incorrect.

Statement 1: The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) has a specialized and well-developed Fire Wing, providing services to industrial establishments, airports, and other vital installations. While other Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) may have fire fighting capabilities, CISF is often recognized for having the most comprehensive and full-fledged fire service wing among them. Thus, statement 1 is correct.
Statement 2: CISF does offer security consultancy services. However, these services are not limited *only* to Government establishments. Following amendments to the CISF Act, 1968 (especially in 2009), CISF can be deployed to provide security to joint ventures and private sector establishments on a payment basis. Accordingly, their consultancy services are also available to private entities. Therefore, statement 2 is incorrect.

The CISF was established in 1969 under the CISF Act, 1968. Its primary role is to provide security cover to sensitive Government buildings, public sector undertakings, airports, seaports, and other critical infrastructure. The 2009 amendment broadened its mandate to include security for private sector units and joint ventures. The Fire Wing is a crucial component of CISF, specializing in industrial fire safety and response.

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