- Enacted in 1968; CISF was raised on 10 March 1969 as an armed force of the Union.
- Administered by the Ministry of Home Affairs; headed by a Director General.
- Primary role: security of industrial undertakings, airports, and other protected premises.
- Members are declared to be always on duty and are liable for posting anywhere in India.
- Chapter on offences covers desertion, cowardice, disobedience, and mutiny.
- More heinous offences attract imprisonment; less heinous offences attract departmental punishment.
- Members of the Force cannot resign or withdraw from duties without permission.
- Trade-union style association or agitation by members is prohibited.
- Supervisory officers have powers of arrest without warrant in specified situations inside protected premises.
- Departmental enquiry procedure follows CISF Rules, 2001 read with CCS rules where applicable.
- Appeal lies to the prescribed higher authority within the limitation period.
Study notes for exam practice. Always confirm the exact provision from the bare Act or your unit's official circular.