In May 2023, Praveen Sood, the Director General of Police in Karnataka, has been appointed as the next director of the ___________.

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
· In May 2023, Praveen Sood, the then Director General of Police (DGP) in Karnataka, was appointed as the next Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
· The CBI is India's premier investigative agency, responsible for handling high-profile cases of corruption, economic offenses, and serious crimes. It operates under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions, Government of India.
· Praveen Sood's appointment as CBI Director underscores his extensive experience in law enforcement and investigation, having served in various capacities within the police force.
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· World Bank: An international financial institution providing loans and grants to the governments of low- and middle-income countries for development projects.
· CRPF: The Central Reserve Police Force is India's largest paramilitary force responsible for maintaining law and order and handling internal security matters.
· FBI: The Federal Bureau of Investigation is the United States' premier law enforcement agency handling domestic intelligence and security.