India reelected to council of IMO

Q.  Which of the following statements is/are correct about International Maritime Organization?

1. It is specialised agency of the United Nations responsible for regulating shipping.
2. It is headquartered in Geneva.

- Published on 02 Dec 15

a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None

ANSWER: Only 1
 
- The IMO was established in Geneva in 1948
- Headquarter - London
- IMO has 171 Member States and three Associate Members.
- Functions : Provides regulatory framework for shipping and its remit today includes safety, environmental concerns, legal matters, technical co-operation, maritime security and the efficiency of shipping.
- India has been re-elected to the Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).

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