National Investigation Agency — Prelims Questions

Which of the following statements about the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is/are correct? 1. NIA can investigate terrorism cases without the consent of state governments 2. NIA was established through an executive order in 2008 3. The agency has jurisdiction only within India's territorial boundaries 4. NIA officers have powers of investigation throughout India

The National Investigation Agency Amendment Act, 2019 expanded NIA's mandate to include which of the following? 1. Human trafficking for terrorism purposes 2. Cyber-terrorism 3. Offences against Indian citizens abroad 4. Counterfeit currency operations

Which section of the NIA Act, 2008 establishes Special Courts for the trial of scheduled offences?

Consider the following statements about NIA's jurisdiction: 1. NIA can investigate cases only after they are transferred by state governments 2. The agency has automatic jurisdiction over all offences listed in the Fourth Schedule 3. NIA requires prior permission from the Supreme Court to investigate inter-state cases 4. The Central Government can direct NIA to investigate any scheduled offence

Which of the following best describes the constitutional basis for NIA's establishment?