The Indian Railway Board Act, 1905

The Indian Railway Board Act, 1905 was enacted to establish a central authority to manage and control the Indian railways. The Act established the Railway Board, which is responsible for the overall management of the railways in India. The Board is composed of a Chairman and other members appointed by the Central Government. The Act provides for the delegation of powers and functions to the Board and its officers, including the power to make rules and regulations. The Act also outlines the duties and responsibilities of the Board, including the construction and maintenance of railway lines, the operation of trains, and the regulation of rates and fares.