Question

Which of the following organisations publishes 'Crime in India'?

• A. National Criminal Records Board
• B. National Crime Records Bureau
• C. Bureau of Police Research and Development
• D. National Forensic Sciences University

Hint:

NCRB also publishes reports such as Prison Statistics India and Accidental Deaths and Suicides in India.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept:

• Crime statistics are essential for policy-making, resource allocation, and criminological research.
• In India, a dedicated nodal agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs is responsible for compiling this data from all States and Union Territories.

Step 1: Identify the publishing agency
The 'Crime in India' report is the oldest and most comprehensive annual publication on crime statistics in the country. It is published by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB). NCRB was established in 1986 based on the recommendations of the National Police Commission.

Step 2: Analyze the contents of the report
The report categorizes crimes under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and various Special and Local Laws (SLL). It includes data on crimes against women, children, SC/STs, and cybercrimes.

Step 3: Differentiate from other agencies
(C) BPR&D primarily handles modernization and research, not annual crime data compilation. (D) NFSU is a university focused on academic and investigative training. (A) 'National Criminal Records Board' is a non-existent name similar to NCRB used as a distractor.

Step 4: Conclusion
NCRB is the definitive answer for publishing crime statistics in India.