The Railways Act, 1989
The Railways Act, 1989 governs the development, regulation, and operation of the Indian Railways network.
"Railways Transportation Infrastructure Regulation Safety Security"
Summary
The Railways Act, 1989 is an act of the Indian Parliament that consolidates and amends the law relating to the development, regulation, and operation of the Indian Railways network. The act lays down rules for the construction, maintenance, and operation of railway lines and trains, and regulates the entry of private players into the sector. It provides for the establishment of various authorities for the efficient functioning of the railways and the resolution of disputes. The act also lays down provisions for the safety and security of passengers and railway employees.
Table of Contents
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| 1 | Section 1: Short Title And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Definitions | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Zonal Railways | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Appointment Of General Manager | Open |
| 5 | Section 4A: Establishment Of Railway Land Development Authority | Open |
| 6 | Section 4B: Composition Of Authority | Open |
| 7 | Section 4C: Terms And Conditions Of Appointment Of Vice-Chairman And Other Members | Open |
| 8 | Section 4D: Functions Of Authority | Open |
| 9 | Section 4E: Powers Of Authority To Enter Into Agreements And Execute Contracts | Open |
| 10 | Section 4F: Procedure Of Transaction Of Business Of Authority | Open |
| 11 | Section 4G: Appointment Of Officers And Other Employees Of Authority | Open |
| 12 | Section 4H: Salaries, Allowances, Etc, To Be Defrayed Out Of Consolidated Fund Of India | Open |
| 13 | Section 4-I: Power Of Authority To Make Regulations | Open |
| 14 | Section 5: Appointment Of Chief Commissioner Of Railway Safety And Commissioners Of Railway Safety | Open |
| 15 | Section 6: Duties Of Commissioner | Open |
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