Q. Consider the following Acts:
1.Customs Act, 1962
2.Arms Act
3.Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act
4.Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities (COFEPOSA) Act
5.Wildlife Protection Act
6.Antiquities and Art Treasures Act
How many of the above are enforceable by the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI)?
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[A] Only two

[B] Only three

[C] Only Four

[D] All the above

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:  The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) is the apex intelligence and enforcement agency for anti-smuggling under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). It enforces the Customs Act, 1962 and over 50 allied Acts, including:

  • Arms Act
  • NDPS Act
  • COFEPOSA Act
  • Wildlife Protection Act
  • Antiquities and Art Treasures Act

Source- Moneycontrol

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