Which of the following statements is/are incorrect regarding International Labour Organization (ILO)? 1. It was established in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles as an affiliated agency of the League of Nations. 2. It received Nobel prize in 1969 . 3. It is a specialized agency of United Nations.
It is the only tripartite U.N. agency. It brings together governments, employers and workers of 187 member States, to set labour standards, develop policies and devise programmes promoting decent work for all women and men.
It was established in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles as an affiliated agency of the League of Nations. Hence, Statement 1 is correct.
It became the first affiliated specialized agency of the United Nations in 1946. Hence, Statement 3 is correct.
Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
International Labour Conference: it sets the International labour standards and the broad policies of the ILO. It meets annually in Geneva. It is often referred to as an International Parliament of Labour.
Governing Body: it is the executive council of the ILO. It meets three times a year in Geneva.
International Labour Office: it is the permanent secretariat of the International Labour Organization.
Regional meetings of the ILO member States are held periodically to examine matters of special interest to the regions concerned.
It promotes internationally recognized human and labour rights.
It received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1969. Hence, Statement 2 is correct.
For improving peace among classes
Pursuing decent work and justice for workers
Providing technical assistance to other developing nations
Objectives of the ILO
To promote and realize standards and fundamental principles and rights at work.
To create greater opportunities for women and men to secure decent employment.
To enhance the coverage and effectiveness of social protection for all.