The document outlines the characteristics and functions of international organizations, which can be classified into international non-governmental organizations and intergovernmental organizations. It highlights the historical background, mentioning the earliest intergovernmental organization established in 1815 and notes Switzerland as the country hosting the most headquarters. A list of notable organizations, their establishment years, and headquarters locations is also provided.

1. International
Organization
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2. International Organization
● International Organization is an organization with international presence, scope &
membership.
● International Organization is helping in below areas :
1. Setup international agenda
2. Mediating in political bargaining
3. Catalyst in coalition formation
4. Provides area for political initiatives
● International organization is of mainly two types :
1. International Non Governmental Organization
2. Intergovernmental Organization

3. International Organization
International
Non-Governmental
Organization
Intergovernmental
Organization
● The first and oldest Intergovernmental Organization is Central Commission for Navigation
on the Rhine. It is established in the year 1815.
● Switzerland is having the maximum num of headquarters of international organizations.

4. International Non-Governmental
Organization
● World Organization of Scout Movement
● International Committee of the Red Cross
● Medecins sans frontieres

5. Intergovernmental Organization
Organization Name Establishment Year Headquarter
United Nations 24 October 1945 NewYork City
Organization for Security and
Co-Operation in Europe
July 1973
Council of Europe 1949 Strasbourg, France
International Labour Organization 29 October 1919 Geneva, Switzerland
Food and Agricultural
Organization
16 October 1945 Rome, Italy
International Police Organization 1923 Lyon, France