Why in the News?
The Rajya Sabha passed the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026, while the Opposition staged a walkout alleging that their concerns were not addressed.
What are Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)
CAPFs under Ministry of Home Affairs:
- CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force)
- BSF (Border Security Force)
- CISF (Central Industrial Security Force)
- ITBP (Indo Tibetan Border Police)
- SSB (Sashastra Seema Bal)
- Assam Rifles (operational control with Army)
Key Objective of the CAPF Bill
The Bill aims to:
- Create umbrella administrative structure
- Remove inconsistencies in service rules
- Improve cadre management
- Streamline appointments and promotions
- Improve coordination with state police
Government stated:
- It will strengthen national security
- Boost efficiency and morale of forces
Why Government Introduced the Bill
Over time:
- CAPFs developed different service rules
- Lack of clarity in: Promotions, Appointments, Deputation, and Cadre management
- The Bill aims to standardise administration.
Opposition’s Concerns
Deputation Issue
- Institutionalising IPS officers’ deputation
- May affect career progression of CAPF officers
| [2023] With reference to Home Guards, consider the following statements: 1 Home Guards are raised under the Home Guards Act and Rules of the Central Government. 2 The role of the Home Guards is to serve as an auxiliary force to the police in maintenance of internal security. 3 To prevent infiltration on the international border/coastal areas, the Border Wing Home Guards Battalions have been raised in some States. How many of the above statements are correct? (a) Only one (b) Only two (c) All three (d) None |
