Civil Defence Act, 1968 alongwith Rules, 1968 & Regulations, 1968

This compact edition brings together the full text of the Civil Defence Act, 1968, along with the Civil Defence Rules, 1968 and Civil Defence Regulations, 1968, providing a single authoritative source for India’s civil defence legal framework. The Act establishes the legal basis for organizing civil defence services, vesting powers in central and local authorities to prepare for and respond to emergencies, impose precautionary measures, and coordinate rescue and relief operations. The included Rules and Regulations set out procedural requirements, duties of civil defence personnel, training and drill protocols, licensing and equipment standards, and penalties for breaches—making this edition practically useful for on-ground implementation. Carefully formatted with clear headings, consistent clause numbering and an easy-to-use index, this volume helps administrators, municipal officers, police and disaster management teams locate statutory provisions quickly during planning, training and crisis response. Legal practitioners and law students will find the book valuable for statutory interpretation, litigation and academic study of emergency powers and public safety laws. Whether used in a control room during an incident, in municipal planning sessions, or as a reference for compliance and training, this bare-act consolidation offers reliable, accurate access to the statutes and rules governing civil defence in India. (Approx. 160–200 words for readability and SEO.)