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A parliamentary committee has recommended establishing a dedicated force, similar to the Railway Protection Force (RPF), for national highways.
The proposed force aims to improve real-time response on high-accident corridors and expressways, particularly during the 'golden hour'.
Its mandate would include enforcing speed discipline on access-controlled roads and preventing damage to highway infrastructure.
This initiative seeks to address the current challenges of fragmented law enforcement on highways, often relying on local police.
These committees are permanent and continuous bodies that examine bills, policies, and budgets, and make recommendations to the Parliament. They play a crucial role in legislative oversight and policy formulation.
A security force of India, established under the RPF Act, 1957, primarily responsible for protecting railway property, passengers, and ensuring the smooth operation of railway services.
The 'golden hour' refers to the critical first 60 minutes following a traumatic injury. Medical evidence suggests that prompt and appropriate medical care during this period can significantly increase the chances of survival and reduce the severity of injuries. Rapid transport to a trauma center and immediate medical intervention are paramount during this window.
Simple Analogy: Imagine a fire. The first few minutes are crucial to contain it before it spreads uncontrollably. Similarly, in trauma, the 'golden hour' is the critical window to contain the damage to the body.
The proposed force aligns with broader national efforts to improve road safety, including amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act and various awareness campaigns.
The creation of a new specialized force adds another layer to India's internal security architecture, focusing on a specific domain (highways) similar to how other forces manage railways or borders.
Protecting national highway assets, which are significant public investments, is a key aspect of the proposed force's mandate, linking it to national infrastructure development and maintenance.
The emphasis on 'golden hour' response directly connects to disaster management protocols and the efficiency of emergency services in mitigating the impact of accidents.
GS-II: Governance, Internal Security; GS-III: Infrastructure, Disaster Management
General Awareness: Indian Polity, Current Affairs, General Science (Health)
General Awareness: Current Affairs, Government Schemes
General Awareness: Indian Polity, Current Affairs, Road Safety
General Awareness: Internal Security, Government Initiatives
Which one of the following is the largest Committee of the Parliament?
Answer: The Committee on Estimates
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?
Answer: Only two
A Parliamentary System of Government is one in which
Answer: the Government is responsible to the Parliament and can be removed by it
Medium for UPSC (governance, internal security), High for SSC/Railway (factual on forces, road safety).
A group of Members of Parliament constituted to examine specific issues, bills, or policies.
The critical first hour after a traumatic injury, crucial for survival and minimizing disability.
A security force modeled on the Railway Protection Force, implying a dedicated, specialized, and centrally controlled entity.
Highways or expressways where entry and exit are restricted to specific points, designed for high-speed travel.