Section 175

Endangering the safety of persons.

The Railways Act, 1989

  • Act 24 of 1989
  • Ministry of Railways
About this Act

An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to Railways.

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    If any railway servant, when on duty, endangers the safety of any person--
         (a) by disobeying any rule made under this Act; or
         (b) by disobeying any instruction, direction or order under this Act or the rules made thereunder; or
         (c) by any rash or negligent act or omission,
     he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years, or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees, or with both.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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