Q. Consider the following laws:
1.The Explosive Substances Act, 1908.
2.The Atomic Energy Act, 1962.
3.Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
4.Anti-Hijacking Act, 2016.
5.Suppression of Unlawful Acts against Safety of Civil Aviation Act, 1982.
How many of the above laws are included in its schedule of laws under which the NIA can investigate and prosecute offences?

[A] Only two

[B] Only three

[C] Only four

[D] All five

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation:

Schedule of Offences: The Act includes a schedule of laws under which the NIA can investigate and prosecute offences-

  • The Explosive Substances Act, 1908.
  • The Atomic Energy Act, 1962.
  • Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967.
  • Anti-Hijacking Act, 2016.
  • Suppression of Unlawful Acts against Safety of Civil Aviation Act, 1982.
  • Suppression of Unlawful Acts against Safety of Maritime Navigation and Fixed Platforms on continental shelf Act, 2002
  • Weapons of Mass Destruction and their Delivery Systems (Prohibition of Unlawful Activities) Act, 2005
  • The SAARC Convention (Suppression of Terrorism) Act, 1993
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