Q. Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), recently seen in the news, is associated with which ministry?
Answer:
Ministry of Finance
Notes: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) intercepted seven consignments from Hong Kong at the Foreign Post Office in New Delhi. Established on December 4, 1957, DRI is India's premier anti-smuggling agency under the Ministry of Finance. It collects intelligence on smuggling, narcotics, and under-invoicing, collaborating with foreign agencies, analyzing trends, and guiding investigations. With headquarters in New Delhi, DRI operates through 12 zonal units, 35 regional units, and 15 sub-regional units.