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News: An Indian Parliamentary Delegation led by Harivansh is participating in the 153rd IPU Assembly in Tanzania from 5th to 9th October.
About Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU)
- The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is the global organisation of national parliaments.
- It promotes peace, democracy and sustainable development through parliamentary dialogue.
- Establishment: It began in 1889 as a small group of parliamentarians.
- Members: It has 183 Member Parliaments and 15 Associate Members.
- Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland.
- Slogan: Its slogan is “For democracy. For everyone.”
- UN Status: The IPU collaborates closely with the United Nations and other global organisations.
- Financing: It is financed primarily by its Members through public funds.
- Governance Structure
- IPU Assembly: It is the principal statutory body that expresses IPU views on political issues and makes recommendations for action.
- Governing Council: It is the plenary policymaking body, with three representatives from each Member Parliament.
- It establishes the annual programme and budget.
- Executive Committee: It includes the President, 15 elected members, and representatives of women and young parliamentarians.
- Standing Committees: Three Standing Committees assist the Assembly in its work.
- Key Functions
- It promotes dialogue and cooperation among national parliaments.
- It works for peace and international security through parliamentary action.
- It promotes democratic governance, institutions and values and works for human rights.
- It promotes gender equality and youth participation in parliamentary processes.
- It supports parliamentary action on sustainable development and climate action.
- It provides a platform for discussion on artificial intelligence, critical minerals, maritime security, science and technology and the future of work.
About 153rd IPU Assembly
- Venue and Date: The Assembly is being held in Tanzania from 5th to 9th October.
- Indian Delegation: The delegation is led by Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha Harivansh.
- Participation: Indian delegates are participating in discussions on democracy, human rights, peace, sustainable development, women’s participation, science and technology.
