INTRODUCTION TO C.B.I
INTRODUCTION
Corruption in public life is an age old problem. It is not peculiar to India but has existed in some form or the other even in economically advanced and progressive countries. The extent varies to the degree of public awareness and the national character of the people. Any well intentioned government and society which aim at purity and integrity must need waging an incessant war against “CORRUPTION.”
Thus it caused the evolution of Central Bureau of Investigation (C.B.I) {Kendriye Anveshan Bureau in Hindi}.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is a government agency of India that serves as a criminal investigation body, national security agency and intelligence agency. It was established on 1 April 1963 and evolved from the Special Police Establishment founded in 1941. Its motto is "Industry, Impartiality, and Integrity".
MISSION
To uphold the constitution of India and Law of the Land through in-depth investigation and successful prosecution of offenses; to provide Leadership and Direction to Police Forces and to act as the Nodal Agency for enhancing inter-state and international co-operation in law enforcement.
VISION
Based on our motto, mission and the need to develop the professionalism, transparency, adaptability to change and use of science and technology in our working, C.B.I. will focus on:
1. Combating corruption in public life, curb economic and violent crimes through meticulous investigation and prosecution.
2. Evolve effective systems and procedures for successful investigation and prosecution of cases in various law courts.
3. Help fight cyber and high technology crime.
4. Create a healthy work environment that encourages team building, free communication and mutual trust.
5. Support State Police Organisations and Law Enforcement Agencies in national and international Co-Operation, particularly relating to inquiries and investigation of cases.
6. Play a lead role against
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