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Modernization of Forensic Capacities

PYQs

9

Articles

1

Momentum

23

Phase IFoundation

Background

Overview

This scheme highlights government initiatives for criminal justice reform, police modernization, and the practical aspects of Centre-State cooperation in law and order, including financial responsibilities, which are crucial for GS2 (Governance, Polity).

Forensic science plays a crucial role in the criminal justice system by providing scientific evidence for investigation and prosecution. Modernization of forensic infrastructure and techniques is essential to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of law enforcement agencies in crime detection and conviction.

Phase IIStatic core

Facts & tables

Key facts

Scheme Name

Scheme for Modernization of Forensic Capacities

Funding

₹496.66 crore approved by the Central Government

Objective

Provide Mobile Forensic Vans (MFVs) to all districts and State Forensic Science Laboratories (FSLs)

Implementation Model

Central government funds capital expenditure (MFVs); States/UTs bear operational costs and manpower recruitment

Approved Outlay

₹496.66 crore

Operational Responsibility

Operational costs and manpower recruitment to be borne by respective State/UTs

Reference table

Static syllabus anchors

TypeReference
Conceptual areaCriminal Justice System
Conceptual areaPolice Reforms
Conceptual areaGovernance
Conceptual areaFederal Structure & Centre-State Relations
Conceptual areaEmerging Information Technologies

Reference table

Institutions & roles

BodyRole
State/UT GovernmentsBear operational costs and recruit manpower for mfvs
State Forensic Science Laboratories (FSLs)Utilize mfvs for scientific examination and evidence collection
Ministry of Home AffairsApproves and oversees the scheme
Phase IIIExam lens

Prelims angle

Overview

Prelims angle: Multi-statement analysis

Prelims angle: Factual recall

Quick revision

  • Central scheme to modernize forensic capacities nationwide.
  • Provides Mobile Forensic Vans (MFVs) to districts and State FSLs.
  • MFVs facilitate scientific crime scene investigation and evidence collection.
  • Central government funds capital, States/UTs cover operational costs and manpower.
  • Aims to enhance criminal justice system and law enforcement efficiency.

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Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

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Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

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2025Multi-statement analysis, Conceptual understanding

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Indian PolityOpen question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

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With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

Indian PolityOpen question

Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

Indian PolityOpen question

Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

Indian PolityOpen question
2025Statement-based questions, Conceptual understanding

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Indian PolityOpen question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

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With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

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Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

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Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

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Topic timeline

Criminal Justice SystemPolice ReformsGovernanceFederal Structure & Centre-State Relations
Prelims 2018· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements: 1. In India, State Governments do not have the power to auction non-coal mines. 2. Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand do not h...

Open question
Prelims 2023· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements : 1. According to the Constitution of India, the Central Government has a duty to protect States from internal disturbances...

Open question

With reference to 'Scheduled Areas' in India, consider the following statements: 1. Within a State, the notification of an area as Scheduled Area takes place...

Open question
Prelims 2023· Statement-based questions, Institutional roles and functions

Consider the following statements : 1. According to the Constitution of India, the Central Government has a duty to protect States from internal disturbances...

Open question

With reference to 'Scheduled Areas' in India, consider the following statements: 1. Within a State, the notification of an area as Scheduled Area takes place...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Open question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

Open question

With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

Open question

Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

Open question

Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Open question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

Open question

With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

Open question

Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

Open question

Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Open question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

Open question

With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

Open question

Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

Open question

Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Multi-statement analysis, Conceptual understanding

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Open question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

Open question

With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

Open question

Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

Open question

Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

Open question
Prelims 2025· Statement-based questions, Conceptual understanding

Consider the following statements: With reference to the Constitution of India, if an area in a State is declared as Scheduled Area under the Fifth Schedule...

Open question

Consider the following pairs: State – Description I. Arunachal Pradesh : The capital is named after a fort, and the State has two National Parks. II. Nagala...

Open question

With reference to India, consider the following: I. The Inter-State Council II. The National Security Council III. Zonal Councils How many of the above wer...

Open question

Consider the following subjects under the Constitution of India: I. List I–Union List, in the Seventh Schedule II. Extent of the executive power of a State ...

Open question

Consider the following statements: I. The Constitution of India explicitly mentions that in certain spheres the Governor of a State acts in his/her own disc...

Open question
Prelims 2026· Multi-statement analysis, Factual recall

Which of the following statements with respect to the Revamped Rashtriya Gram Swaraj Abhiyan (RGSA) is/are correct ? 1. The period of its implementation is ...

Open question

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05 Aug 2026 · A Central government scheme to equip districts and State FSLs with Mobile Forensic Vans to enhance scientific crime investigation, with operational costs and manpower recruitment being the responsibility of State/UTs.

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