Central Act

The Railway Protection Force Act, 1957

An Act to provide for the constitution and regulation of an armed Force of the Union for the better protection and security of railway property, passenger area and passengers and for matters connected therewith.

Act number23 of 1957
Enacted1957-08-29
In force from1959-09-10
MinistryMinistry of Railways
Sections24
Schedules2
Section text heldRegistry entry; certified PDF held

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When did the The Railway Protection Force Act, 1957 come into force?

It came into force on 1959-09-10, having been enacted on 1957-08-29.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Railways.

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