International Relations : International Organisations

Q 5 / 59

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

EXPLANATION

Correct Option

The correct option is C. A-4, B-2, C-1, D-3

[as per provisional answerkey]

Explanation

INTERPOL (International Criminal Police Organization) issues color-coded international notices to enable member countries to share critical crime-related information. Each color represents a specific purpose or category of alert.

  • A. Silver Notice (4): This notice is specifically issued to assist in identifying, monitoring, and tracing assets that are suspected to be the proceeds of crime or are linked to criminal activities. It is a key tool in combating money laundering and financial crimes.
  • B. Blue Notice (2): Also known as an "Enquiry Notice," it is used to collect additional information about a person's identity, location, or activities in relation to a criminal investigation. Unlike a Red Notice, it is not an arrest warrant but an investigative tool.
  • C. Black Notice (1): This notice is issued to seek information on unidentified bodies. It helps member countries share forensic data to identify deceased individuals across international borders.
  • D. Green Notice (3): This is a warning notice. It is issued to provide information about a person's criminal activities, particularly when the individual is considered a possible threat to public safety and is likely to repeat the crime in other countries.

Key Takeaway: INTERPOL notices are standardized international alerts where Silver relates to criminal assets, Blue to investigative information, Black to unidentified bodies, and Green to public safety warnings.

SOURCEUpsc Cse Prelims Gs Paper I 2026