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Current Affairs question from UPSC CSE-Prelims, 2026

Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists:

List I (INTERPOL Notice) | List II (Description)
A. Silver Notice  | 1. To seek information on unidentified bodies
B. Blue Notice  | 2. To collect additional information about a person's identity, location, or activities in relation to a criminal investigation
C. Black Notice  | 3. To provide warning about a person's criminal activities, where the person is considered to be a possible threat to public safety
D. Green Notice  | 4. To identify and trace criminal assets

Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Correct Answer: Option C — A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3
Explanation of the Matches
Here is how the INTERPOL notices correctly match with their descriptions:A. Silver Notice $\rightarrow$ 4. To identify and trace criminal assets: This notice is used to monitor, locate, and identify assets derived from criminal activities or belonging to individuals subject to sanctions.B. Blue Notice $\rightarrow$ 2. To collect additional information about a person's identity, location, or activities in relation to a criminal investigation: It is issued to locate a person of interest or obtain evidence in an ongoing investigation.C. Black Notice $\rightarrow$ 1. To seek information on unidentified bodies: This is specifically used to determine the identity of deceased individuals.D. Green Notice $\rightarrow$ 3. To provide warning about a person's criminal activities, where the person is considered to be a possible threat to public safety: It is issued to provide intelligence about career criminals who are likely to repeat crimes in other countries.
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UPSC CSE 2026 Prelims

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Exam UPSC CSE
Stage Prelims
Year 2026
Subject Current Affairs
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