CBI established in which year?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the year in which the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was established. This requires knowledge of historical facts related to Indian law enforcement agencies.
Answer
1963
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was officially established in 1963.
Answer for screen readers
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was officially established in 1963.
More Information
The CBI was initially formed as the Special Police Establishment in 1941 to address corruption in wartime procurement but was formally established as the CBI in 1963 following the suggestion of the Santhanam Committee.
Tips
Some might confuse the beginnings in 1941 with the official establishment, but they denote different phases of evolution.
Sources
- Central Bureau of Investigation - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) - cbi.gov.in
- Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI) [UPSC Notes for GS II] - BYJU'S - byjus.com
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