Q. With reference to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It was established after the Kargil war to gather intelligence throughout India.
2. The director – general of NIA is appointed by President.
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
Answer: D
Notes:
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) was constituted in 2009 under the provisions of the National Investigation Agency Act, 2008 (NIA Act).
- It is the central counter-terrorism law enforcement agency in the country.
- The NIA is headed by a Director-General. He is appointed by the central government.
- His powers are similar to the powers exercisable by a Director-General of Police in respect of the police force in a state.
Source: Laxmikanth
