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Source: The post is based on the article “International Maritime Organisation (IMO): India re-elected with highest vote tally” published in “PIB” on 3rd December 2023
Why in the News?
India has been re-elected to the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) Council for the 2024–25 period.
What is the International Maritime Organisation (IMO)?
| Specifications | Details |
| What is it | It is a specialized agency of the United Nations that regulates the maritime industry, which supports global trade, transportation, and all marine operations. |
| Established in | 1948 but entered into force in 1958. |
| Headquarters | London, UK |
| Purpose | 1) It is responsible for measures to improve the safety and security of international shipping and to prevent pollution from ships. 2) It is also involved in legal matters, including liability and compensation issues and the facilitation of international maritime traffic. |
| Members | 175 |
| India | – India joined the IMO in 1959. – IMO currently lists India as among the 10 states with the ‘largest interest in international seaborne trade’. |
| Structure of the organization | 1) IMO is led by the Secretary General. 2) IMO Assembly: It consists of all Member States and is the highest governing body of the Organization. 3) IMO Council: It is elected by the Assembly for a term of two years. It acts as the executive organ of IMO and is responsible for supervising the work of the Organization. |
UPSC Syllabus: International Organizations
