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.
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 :
Asked in UPSC CISF AC EXE 2017 · Topic: The Governance System (Role of Executive in Governance)
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