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The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is an attached office of which Ministry of the Government of India?
Explanation
The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) is an attached office of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. Headed by the Director General of Foreign Trade, it is primarily responsible for formulating and implementing the Foreign Trade Policy (FTP) with the objective of promoting India's exports. The DGFT plays a critical role in facilitating international trade by issuing various licenses and authorizations, monitoring export obligations, and maintaining trade statistics. Before the economic liberalization of 1991, this organization was known as the Chief Controller of Imports and Exports (CCI&E). It operates through a network of regional offices across the country to support exporters and ensure compliance with trade regulations.
SIMILAR QUESTIONS
With reference to the Government of India, consider the following information:
| Organization | Function/Act | Ministry/Department |
|---|---|---|
| I. Directorate of Enforcement | Enforcement of the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018 | Internal Security Division-I, Ministry of Home Affairs |
| II. Directorate of Revenue Intelligence | Enforces the Provisions of the Customs Act, 1962 | Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance |
| III. Directorate General of Systems and Data Management | Carrying out big data analytics to assist tax officers for better policy and nabbing tax evaders | Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance |
In how many of the above rows is the information correctly matched?