Ministry of Railways
The Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, was enacted to provide for investing the Railway Board with certain powers or functions under the Indian Railways Act, 1890. This act aims to establish a central body for the administration of railways in India. While the Act does not specify a particular ministry, it falls under the purview of the Ministry of Railways in India.
Enactment Date, Number of Chapters, Number of Sections:
The Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, was enacted on March 22, 1905. The Act is structured into 4 sections, without specific chapters. These sections cover the short title, investment of the Railway Board with powers, mode of signifying communications, and a repealed section.
Act Governed By:
The Act is primarily governed by the provisions outlined within its sections. It empowers the Central Government to invest the Railway Board with powers and functions under the Indian Railways Act, 1890. The Act also specifies the mode of communication from the Railway Board.
On Whom It Is Applicable:
The Indian Railway Board Act, 1905, is applicable to the Railway Board and all persons and entities involved in the administration of railways in India.
Penalties/Punishments:
The Act does not specify any penalties or punishments for non-compliance. However, it outlines the conditions under which the Railway Board can exercise its powers and functions.
Important Pointers:
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The Act invests the Railway Board with powers and functions under the Indian Railways Act, 1890.
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It empowers the Central Government to invest the Railway Board with specific powers.
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The Act specifies that communications from the Railway Board must be in writing and signed by an authorized person.
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The Act ensures that the Railway Board has the necessary legal authority to administer railways in India.
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The Act has been amended over time to adapt to changing needs and circumstances.
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The Act empowers the Central Government to make rules to implement the provisions of the Act.
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