The Railway Protection Force Act, 1957

Railway Protection Force Act, 1957

This edition of The Railway Protection Force Act, 1957 (Act 23 of 1957, dated 29-8-1957), updated with The Railway Protection Force Rules, 1987 (as amended vide GSR 500(E), dated 15-7-2021, w.e.f. 20-7-2021), serves as a comprehensive and reliable legal reference for students preparing for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE), as well as professionals in law, railway administration, security services, and enforcement agencies.

The book presents the bare text of the law—precisely as enacted—without commentary or interpretation, making it ideal for examination purposes and statutory referencing. It sets out the statutory framework for the constitution, organisation, powers, and functions of the Railway Protection Force (RPF), ensuring the protection of railway property and passenger security.

The content spans the full scope of the Act, including:

• Constitution and structure of the Railway Protection Force

• Powers, duties, and responsibilities of RPF members

• Provisions for appointments, training, and disciplinary matters

• Offences relating to railway property and penalties

• Allied Rules incorporated for practical enforcement:

 – The Railway Protection Force Rules, 1987 (as amended up to 2021)

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• AIBE aspirants seeking a statutorily accurate and updated resource

• Law students and academicians studying transport and security laws

• Practising advocates handling railway property and security-related cases

• Railway security officials and administrators ensuring statutory compliance

• Policymakers and enforcement authorities in transport safety and security

Whether used in the exam hall, the courtroom, or in railway security operations, this updated text delivers the full legislative authority of The Railway Protection Force Act, 1957, as it applies in 2024.