International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies 

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is a global humanitarian organization, which coordinates and directs international assistance following natural and man-made disasters in non-conflict situations.

It was founded in 1919 in Paris in the aftermath of World War I.

It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

It is the world's largest humanitarian network which is guided by seven Fundamental Principles: Humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, universality and unity.

Indian Red Cross Society

Established in 1920 under the Indian Red Cross Society Actand incorporated under Parliament Act XV of 1920.

President of India is designated the President of the Indian Red Cross Society and Union Health Minister is the Chairman of the Society.

The Indian Red Cross is a voluntary humanitarian organization having a network of over 700 branches throughout the country, providing relief in times of disasters/ emergencies and promotes health & care of the vulnerable people