CBI's 60-Year Anniversary
Which year was the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) established? a. 1941 b. 1946 c. 1963 d. 2013 Answer: c. 1963
Who has the power to direct CBI to probe a case within the jurisdiction of any state? a. Chief Justice of India b. President of India c. Prime Minister d. Home Minister Answer: c. Prime Minister
What is the conviction rate of CBI according to the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) annual report? a. 25-30% b. 40-45% c. 55-60% d. 65-70% Answer: d. 65-70%
What is the purpose of general consent given by state governments to CBI? a. To avoid taking permission each time for case-specific consent b. To restrict CBI's jurisdiction to only central government departments c. To limit CBI's powers and authority in a given state d. To enhance transparency in CBI's functioning Answer: a. To avoid taking permission each time for case-specific consent
Which act governs the powers and jurisdiction of CBI? a. Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005 b. Lokpal Act, 2013 c. Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946 d. Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003 Answer: c. Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946
What was the observation made by the Supreme Court about CBI in the context of government interference in its functioning? a. "Efficient and transparent" b. "Independent and accountable" c. "A caged parrot speaking in its master's voice" d. "Unbiased and fair" Answer: c. "A caged parrot speaking in its master's voice"
What is the scope of work of CBI, as mentioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Diamond Jubilee Celebrations? a. Wildlife-related frauds b. Bank frauds c. Serious crimes related to the defence of India d. All of the above Answer: d. All of the above
What is the role of CBI as a nodal police agency in India? a. Coordinating investigations on behalf of Interpol member countries b. Conducting investigations in all states of India c. Maintaining law and order in central government departments d. Providing security to high-ranking government officials Answer: a. Coordinating investigations on behalf of Interpol member countries
What are the issues faced by CBI in its functioning, as mentioned in the given passage? a. Legislative problems, administrative issues, political issues, and transparency issues b. Financial constraints, lack of manpower, and overlapping functions c. Corruption, lack of accountability, and overlapping jurisdictions d. Political interference, lack of modern equipment, and in-human conditions Answer: a. Legislative problems, administrative issues, political issues, and transparency issues
What is the jurisdiction of CBI in terms of the investigation of offences? a. Limited to Union Territories only b. Limited to states that give case-specific consent c. Nationwide jurisdiction for all types of offences d. Limited to central government departments and employees Answer: d. Limited to central government departments and employees