GK Question

polity medium true_false

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) functions under the administrative control of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT) in the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions.

  1. True
  2. False

Answer: True

CBI is not a constitutional/statutory body; established by Delhi Special Police Establishment Act, 1946. Functions under administrative control of DoPT, Ministry of Personnel. This has raised concerns about executive influence on CBI investigations. Supreme Court in Vineet Narain case (1997) directed measures to ensure CBI independence, including fixed tenure for Director. Debate continues on granting statutory independence to CBI.

Topic Central Bureau of Investigation - Administrative Control
Exam Relevance Investigative agency control question critical for UPSC Mains and current affairs exams
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