
Clandestine organizations
Clandestine organizations are secret groups that operate covertly to pursue specific goals, often outside public awareness or legal boundaries. They typically engage in activities such as espionage, illicit trade, or political influence, aiming to maintain confidentiality and avoid detection. These organizations often have structured hierarchies, coded communications, and clandestine methods to protect their members and objectives. Their secrecy makes them difficult for authorities and the public to identify or monitor, which can pose significant security and policy challenges. Examples include intelligence agencies, rebel groups, or organized crime syndicates operating in secrecy.