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FIA Act (Federal Investigation Agency) MCQs

Which ministry oversees the FIA in Pakistan?

  • A. Ministry of Defence
  • B. Ministry of Law
  • C. Ministry of Interior
  • D. Ministry of Finance
Explanation:
The FIA operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Interior.

The FIA Act was passed in which year?

  • A. 1973
  • B. 1974
  • C. 1975
  • D. 1976
Explanation:
The FIA Act was enacted in 1974 to establish the agency.

What is the main function of the FIA?

  • A. Legislative work
  • B. Investigation of federal crimes
  • C. Judicial proceedings
  • D. Military operations
Explanation:
FIA is primarily responsible for investigating crimes under federal law.

Which of the following powers is NOT granted to FIA officers?

  • A. Search and seizure
  • B. Arrest without warrant
  • C. Declaring police stations
  • D. Conducting investigations
Explanation:
Only the Federal Government can declare a place a police station.

FIA officers have powers similar to which of the following?

  • A. Magistrates
  • B. Provincial Police Officers
  • C. Judges
  • D. Military Officers
Explanation:
FIA officers are granted powers equivalent to those of provincial police officers for investigations.

Which section of the FIA Act defines key terms used in the Act?

  • A. Section 1
  • B. Section 2
  • C. Section 3
  • D. Section 4
Explanation:
Section 2 provides definitions for terms used throughout the Act.

The superintendence of the FIA vests in which authority?

  • A. Ministry of Interior
  • B. Federal Government
  • C. Director General
  • D. High Court
Explanation:
The Act clearly states that overall superintendence lies with the Federal Government.

Who appoints the Director General of the FIA?

  • A. Prime Minister
  • B. President
  • C. Federal Government
  • D. Supreme Court
Explanation:
The Federal Government has the authority to appoint the Director General of the FIA.

Under which section of the FIA Act 1974 is the Federal Investigation Agency established?

  • A. Section 2
  • B. Section 3
  • C. Section 4
  • D. Section 5
Explanation:
Section 3 of the FIA Act formally establishes the Federal Investigation Agency.

Which Act defines the powers of the Inspector General of Police?

  • A. FIA Act, 1974 (9)
  • B. Police Act, 1862 (V of 1862)
  • C. Police Act, 1862 (VI of 1862)
  • D. Police Act, 1861 (V of 1861)
Explanation:
The relevant powers are tied to the Police Act, 1861 (V of 1861) as cited in the material.