Which organization's original name was 'Special Police Establishment'?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) CBI.
· The organization known today as the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) was originally established as the 'Special Police Establishment' (SPE) in 1941.
· The SPE was created during World War II by the Government of India to investigate cases of bribery and corruption in transactions with the War and Supply Department of India.
· In 1963, it was renamed the Central Bureau of Investigation and its scope was expanded to include investigations into a wider range of serious crimes, including economic crimes, corruption cases, and other high-profile criminal matters.
Additional information about CBI:
· The CBI functions as the premier investigative agency in India, handling cases of national and international importance.
· It operates under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions.
· The CBI is headquartered in New Delhi, with several regional offices across India.