What is the Enforcement Directorate (ED)?

The Enforcement Directorate is a specialized Indian law enforcement agency tasked with combating economic crimes and enforcing key economic laws across the country.

Which major laws does the ED enforce?

The ED primarily enforces the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, and the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999, along with the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act (FEOA), 2018.

What types of cases does the Enforcement Directorate investigate?

The ED investigates serious economic offenses including money laundering, foreign exchange violations, financial fraud, and cases involving illicit financial transactions and assets.

Who does the Enforcement Directorate report to?

The Enforcement Directorate functions under the administrative control of the Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.