The International Basketball Federation, commonly known as FIBA, is the global governing body for the sport of basketball. Founded in 1932, FIBA oversees international competitions, including the FIBA Basketball World Cup and the basketball events at the Olympic Games. It establishes the official rules of the game and promotes basketball development worldwide. FIBA is responsible for organizing and regulating international tournaments and ensuring fair play among its member countries. The organization has 213 national basketball federations as members, making it one of the largest sports federations globally. FIBA also works to grow the sport at grassroots levels and enhance its popularity.