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What symbolizes justice in the Interpol logo?
What symbolizes justice in the Interpol logo?
Which feature denoted in the logo represents police action?
Which feature denoted in the logo represents police action?
Who currently leads the Executive Committee of Interpol as of 2024?
Who currently leads the Executive Committee of Interpol as of 2024?
Which of the following is NOT a core function of Interpol?
Which of the following is NOT a core function of Interpol?
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When was Interpol officially created?
When was Interpol officially created?
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What is the primary purpose of the National Central Bureaus within Interpol?
What is the primary purpose of the National Central Bureaus within Interpol?
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Which of the following colors in the Interpol logo represents trust and loyalty?
Which of the following colors in the Interpol logo represents trust and loyalty?
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What was the original name of Interpol when it was created in 1923?
What was the original name of Interpol when it was created in 1923?
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What is the role of the General Assembly within Interpol?
What is the role of the General Assembly within Interpol?
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Which body within Interpol is independent and responsible for overseeing INTERPOL's files?
Which body within Interpol is independent and responsible for overseeing INTERPOL's files?
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What is the primary purpose of a Red Notice issued by INTERPOL?
What is the primary purpose of a Red Notice issued by INTERPOL?
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Which type of INTERPOL notice is intended to help locate missing persons?
Which type of INTERPOL notice is intended to help locate missing persons?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the roles of the National Central Bureau?
Which of the following is NOT one of the roles of the National Central Bureau?
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What was the main international instrument adopted to combat transnational organized crime?
What was the main international instrument adopted to combat transnational organized crime?
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Which INTERPOL notice warns about potential threats from dangerous materials?
Which INTERPOL notice warns about potential threats from dangerous materials?
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What is the purpose of INTERPOL Manila, the Philippine Center on Transnational Crime?
What is the purpose of INTERPOL Manila, the Philippine Center on Transnational Crime?
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In what year did the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime enter into force?
In what year did the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime enter into force?
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Which notice is used to gather additional information about a person's identity or activities related to a crime?
Which notice is used to gather additional information about a person's identity or activities related to a crime?
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What role does INTERPOL play concerning environmental crime?
What role does INTERPOL play concerning environmental crime?
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What is one of the key responsibilities of operational police support services?
What is one of the key responsibilities of operational police support services?
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What is the main goal of the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC)?
What is the main goal of the UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime (UNTOC)?
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Which of the following protocols is NOT part of the UNTOC?
Which of the following protocols is NOT part of the UNTOC?
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Which body serves as the administrative and operational arm of ASEANAPOL?
Which body serves as the administrative and operational arm of ASEANAPOL?
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How often does the chairmanship of ASEANAPOL rotate among member countries?
How often does the chairmanship of ASEANAPOL rotate among member countries?
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What was the significant event that took place on October 21-23, 1981, related to ASEANAPOL?
What was the significant event that took place on October 21-23, 1981, related to ASEANAPOL?
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Which of the following is NOT a focus area of the initiatives developed by GI-TOC and UNODC?
Which of the following is NOT a focus area of the initiatives developed by GI-TOC and UNODC?
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What is the main function of ASEANAPOL?
What is the main function of ASEANAPOL?
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Which of the following roles does the Executive Committee within ASEANAPOL fulfill?
Which of the following roles does the Executive Committee within ASEANAPOL fulfill?
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In which year was the ASEAN Declaration on Transnational Organized Crime signed?
In which year was the ASEAN Declaration on Transnational Organized Crime signed?
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The UNODC was established to primarily combat what form of crime?
The UNODC was established to primarily combat what form of crime?
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Study Notes
Interpol Logo Elements
- Globe: Represents worldwide activities
- Olive branches: Symbolize peace
- Scales: Symbolize justice
- Sword: Symbolizes police action
- Name "INTERPOL": Official name
- Abbreviations (ICPO/OIPC): International Criminal Police Organization (French equivalent)
- Blue and white: Blue represents trust/loyalty/professionalism; white represents purity/peace
Interpol's History and Structure
- Origin: First International Criminal Police Congress (1914, Monaco); officially established (1923, Vienna, Austria)
- Renamed: International Criminal Police Commission (1956) to Interpol
- Size: Largest international police organization (195 member countries)
- Leadership:
- General Assembly: Makes key decisions on policy, resources, methods, and finances
- Executive Committee: 13-member committee, elected by General Assembly, includes President, Vice Presidents, and delegates from regions.
- General Secretariat: Coordinates, communicates, and supports international police cooperation
- National Central Bureaus: Key contact points for investigations and fugitive apprehension
- Advisors: Experts providing support to Executive Committee
- Commission for the Control of Interpol's Files: Independent body that reviews Interpol files
Interpol's Core Functions
- Secure global police communication: 24/7 communication services
- Operational data services: Access to databases for international police
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Explore the essential elements and history of Interpol, the International Criminal Police Organization. Learn about its symbols like the globe, scales, and olive branches, and understand its structure and governance. This quiz provides insights into the significance of Interpol's branding and its evolution since its inception.
