CBI
Government & Politics abbreviation · World Government
| Stands for | Central Bureau of Investigation |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
CBI stands for Central Bureau of Investigation, a world government abbreviation.
India's premier investigating agency, which handles corruption cases, major economic crimes and serious criminal cases referred by courts or state governments. It also serves as India's liaison with Interpol.
Example: The Supreme Court ordered a CBI inquiry into the alleged recruitment scam.
Usage notes
It was established in 1963, building on a wartime anti-corruption unit. In 2013 the Supreme Court described it as a "caged parrot", criticizing political interference. In the UK, CBI means the Confederation of British Industry, a business lobby.
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