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In India, which organization supports the government's forest development programme, including the National Forestry Action Plan?
In India, which organization supports the government's forest development programme, including the National Forestry Action Plan?
- WHO
- UNESCO
- UNICEF
- UNDP (correct)
What is a key feature of the rural tourism sites set up by the UNDP in India?
What is a key feature of the rural tourism sites set up by the UNDP in India?
- Focusing on modern art
- Using imported materials for construction
- Establishing village kala kendras (correct)
- Discouraging local employment
In what year was UNICEF established?
In what year was UNICEF established?
- 1936
- 1966
- 1956
- 1946 (correct)
What is the primary purpose of UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative?
What is the primary purpose of UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative?
Which of the following conflicts saw reduced chances of war due to UN intervention?
Which of the following conflicts saw reduced chances of war due to UN intervention?
Which US president coined the name 'United Nations'?
Which US president coined the name 'United Nations'?
What was the primary goal of the League of Nations, formed after World War I?
What was the primary goal of the League of Nations, formed after World War I?
When is United Nations Day celebrated each year?
When is United Nations Day celebrated each year?
Which of the following is NOT an official language of the United Nations?
Which of the following is NOT an official language of the United Nations?
Which city is home to the headquarters of the United Nations?
Which city is home to the headquarters of the United Nations?
Which of these is a stated aim of the United Nations?
Which of these is a stated aim of the United Nations?
Which UN organ consists of all member nations and meets annually?
Which UN organ consists of all member nations and meets annually?
Which body maintains international peace and security?
Which body maintains international peace and security?
How many permanent members are there in the Security Council?
How many permanent members are there in the Security Council?
What is a vote against a resolution by a permanent member of the Security Council called?
What is a vote against a resolution by a permanent member of the Security Council called?
Which body makes recommendations on economic, social, cultural, educational, and health issues?
Which body makes recommendations on economic, social, cultural, educational, and health issues?
Which officer is the chief administrative officer of the UN?
Which officer is the chief administrative officer of the UN?
Where is the International Court of Justice located?
Where is the International Court of Justice located?
What was the main function of the Trusteeship Council?
What was the main function of the Trusteeship Council?
Which agency promotes world peace through international cooperation in education?
Which agency promotes world peace through international cooperation in education?
Which agency is concerned with raising levels of nutrition and standards of living?
Which agency is concerned with raising levels of nutrition and standards of living?
Which agency deals with the rules of trade between nations?
Which agency deals with the rules of trade between nations?
How does the UNDP support rural tourism initiatives in India?
How does the UNDP support rural tourism initiatives in India?
What is a key objective of UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative beyond providing educational materials?
What is a key objective of UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative beyond providing educational materials?
Which of the following represents a complex achievement of the UN involving multiple nations and long-term implications?
Which of the following represents a complex achievement of the UN involving multiple nations and long-term implications?
In what way did the UN's intervention in the Iran-Iraq War demonstrate its peacekeeping capabilities?
In what way did the UN's intervention in the Iran-Iraq War demonstrate its peacekeeping capabilities?
What condition is highlighted as essential for the United Nations to ensure world peace effectively?
What condition is highlighted as essential for the United Nations to ensure world peace effectively?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the United Nations' aim to 'coordinate the actions of nations towards achieving these common ends'?
Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the United Nations' aim to 'coordinate the actions of nations towards achieving these common ends'?
Considering the historical context of the UN's formation, which factor was most pivotal in highlighting the need for a global organization dedicated to preventing future wars?
Considering the historical context of the UN's formation, which factor was most pivotal in highlighting the need for a global organization dedicated to preventing future wars?
If a proposed resolution aims to address a global health crisis, which organ of the United Nations would be primarily responsible for initially discussing and making recommendations on this issue?
If a proposed resolution aims to address a global health crisis, which organ of the United Nations would be primarily responsible for initially discussing and making recommendations on this issue?
The UN Charter emphasizes the importance of maintaining international peace and security. Which of the following scenarios presents the most direct application of this principle?
The UN Charter emphasizes the importance of maintaining international peace and security. Which of the following scenarios presents the most direct application of this principle?
How does the annual meeting structure of the UN General Assembly support its function as the main body of the UN?
How does the annual meeting structure of the UN General Assembly support its function as the main body of the UN?
What is the most significant implication of the UN's recognition of multiple official languages?
What is the most significant implication of the UN's recognition of multiple official languages?
The UN aims to promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. Which action taken by a member state would be considered a direct violation of this aim?
The UN aims to promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms. Which action taken by a member state would be considered a direct violation of this aim?
What distinguishes the UN Security Council's decision-making process from that of the General Assembly?
What distinguishes the UN Security Council's decision-making process from that of the General Assembly?
Why might a country like India, Germany, or Japan seek a permanent seat on the UN Security Council?
Why might a country like India, Germany, or Japan seek a permanent seat on the UN Security Council?
How does the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) contribute to the work of specialized UN agencies?
How does the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) contribute to the work of specialized UN agencies?
In what way does the UN Secretariat support the organization's overall mission?
In what way does the UN Secretariat support the organization's overall mission?
What principle guides the election and composition of judges in the International Court of Justice?
What principle guides the election and composition of judges in the International Court of Justice?
How did the role of the Trusteeship Council evolve since its establishment in 1945?
How did the role of the Trusteeship Council evolve since its establishment in 1945?
How does UNESCO contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage sites, such as Angkor Wat and Machu Picchu?
How does UNESCO contribute to the preservation of cultural heritage sites, such as Angkor Wat and Machu Picchu?
What is the primary goal of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in addressing global challenges?
What is the primary goal of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in addressing global challenges?
How does the World Trade Organization (WTO) differ from other international bodies in resolving trade disputes?
How does the World Trade Organization (WTO) differ from other international bodies in resolving trade disputes?
How does the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) promote the peaceful use of atomic energy?
How does the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) promote the peaceful use of atomic energy?
Considering the historical context of the League of Nations' failure to prevent World War II, what critical design flaw was most directly addressed in the formation of the United Nations?
Considering the historical context of the League of Nations' failure to prevent World War II, what critical design flaw was most directly addressed in the formation of the United Nations?
How does the UN's approach to maintaining international peace and security differ most significantly from that of the League of Nations?
How does the UN's approach to maintaining international peace and security differ most significantly from that of the League of Nations?
In what way did the establishment of the United Nations in 1945 represent a significant advancement over the League of Nations in terms of global representation and inclusivity?
In what way did the establishment of the United Nations in 1945 represent a significant advancement over the League of Nations in terms of global representation and inclusivity?
Considering the UN Charter's emphasis on promoting respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, which of the following scenarios would represent the most direct violation of these principles according to the UN's mandate?
Considering the UN Charter's emphasis on promoting respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, which of the following scenarios would represent the most direct violation of these principles according to the UN's mandate?
If a dispute arises between two member states regarding their territorial boundaries, and both parties agree to seek resolution through international legal mechanisms, which organ of the United Nations would be the most appropriate forum for adjudicating this matter?
If a dispute arises between two member states regarding their territorial boundaries, and both parties agree to seek resolution through international legal mechanisms, which organ of the United Nations would be the most appropriate forum for adjudicating this matter?
Considering the mandate of the Trusteeship Council, what distinguishes its historical role from the ongoing functions of other UN bodies like ECOSOC or the Security Council?
Considering the mandate of the Trusteeship Council, what distinguishes its historical role from the ongoing functions of other UN bodies like ECOSOC or the Security Council?
In a hypothetical scenario, if the WHO recommends a global initiative to eradicate a newly identified infectious disease, how would ECOSOC contribute to the implementation of this initiative within the UN system?
In a hypothetical scenario, if the WHO recommends a global initiative to eradicate a newly identified infectious disease, how would ECOSOC contribute to the implementation of this initiative within the UN system?
Given the operational framework of the Security Council, what critical implication arises from the veto power held by its five permanent members?
Given the operational framework of the Security Council, what critical implication arises from the veto power held by its five permanent members?
Considering the functions of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), what distinguishes its role in resolving international disputes from that of other UN bodies?
Considering the functions of the International Court of Justice (ICJ), what distinguishes its role in resolving international disputes from that of other UN bodies?
How does the operational structure of the Secretariat, under the leadership of the Secretary-General, most directly support the broader objectives of the United Nations?
How does the operational structure of the Secretariat, under the leadership of the Secretary-General, most directly support the broader objectives of the United Nations?
The League of Nations successfully prevented the Second World War.
The League of Nations successfully prevented the Second World War.
Franklin D. Roosevelt coined the name 'United Nations'.
Franklin D. Roosevelt coined the name 'United Nations'.
The United Nations Charter was signed on June 26, 1945.
The United Nations Charter was signed on June 26, 1945.
United Nations Day is celebrated on October 14th every year.
United Nations Day is celebrated on October 14th every year.
The United Nations has 203 member nations as of 2017.
The United Nations has 203 member nations as of 2017.
The headquarters of the UN is located in London City.
The headquarters of the UN is located in London City.
One of the aims of the UN is to maintain international peace and security.
One of the aims of the UN is to maintain international peace and security.
The UNDP supports forest management at the grassroots level in India.
The UNDP supports forest management at the grassroots level in India.
Village kala kendras, displaying local culture, are sometimes set up by the UNDP in India.
Village kala kendras, displaying local culture, are sometimes set up by the UNDP in India.
UNICEF was established in 1946 to provide aid to children in Africa.
UNICEF was established in 1946 to provide aid to children in Africa.
The 'School-in-a-Box' initiative by UNICEF provides supplies for a class of one teacher and up to 40 students.
The 'School-in-a-Box' initiative by UNICEF provides supplies for a class of one teacher and up to 40 students.
The UN successfully prevented the Cold War between the USA and the former Soviet Union from escalating into another world war.
The UN successfully prevented the Cold War between the USA and the former Soviet Union from escalating into another world war.
The Security Council consists of five permanent members and ten non-permanent members.
The Security Council consists of five permanent members and ten non-permanent members.
A veto in the Security Council requires agreement from all five permanent members.
A veto in the Security Council requires agreement from all five permanent members.
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) consists of 54 member-nations elected by the Security Council.
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) consists of 54 member-nations elected by the Security Council.
The Secretariat is headed by the secretary-general, who is the chief administrative officer of the UN.
The Secretariat is headed by the secretary-general, who is the chief administrative officer of the UN.
The International Court of Justice consists of 20 judges elected for a term of ten years.
The International Court of Justice consists of 20 judges elected for a term of ten years.
The Trusteeship Council continues to actively govern countries around the world.
The Trusteeship Council continues to actively govern countries around the world.
UNESCO promotes peace through international cooperation in education, science, and culture.
UNESCO promotes peace through international cooperation in education, science, and culture.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) aims to decrease levels of nutrition and standards of living.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) aims to decrease levels of nutrition and standards of living.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has its headquarters in New York.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) has its headquarters in New York.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established after the Second World War.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established after the Second World War.
The League of Nations, established after the First World War, successfully prevented the onset of the Second World War.
The League of Nations, established after the First World War, successfully prevented the onset of the Second World War.
In India, the UNDP's support for forest development programs, such as the National Forestry Action Plan, operates independently of the government, focusing solely on NGO-led initiatives.
In India, the UNDP's support for forest development programs, such as the National Forestry Action Plan, operates independently of the government, focusing solely on NGO-led initiatives.
Franklin D. Roosevelt initially used the term 'United Nations' on January 1, 1942, when 26 nations pledged to unite against the Allied forces.
Franklin D. Roosevelt initially used the term 'United Nations' on January 1, 1942, when 26 nations pledged to unite against the Allied forces.
The village kala kendras established by the UNDP in India primarily focus on promoting international art forms, rather than showcasing local arts, crafts, history, and heritage.
The village kala kendras established by the UNDP in India primarily focus on promoting international art forms, rather than showcasing local arts, crafts, history, and heritage.
The United Nations Charter was formally approved on June 26, 1945, and this date is celebrated annually as United Nations Day.
The United Nations Charter was formally approved on June 26, 1945, and this date is celebrated annually as United Nations Day.
UNICEF was originally established in 1946 with the primary goal of addressing economic disparities between Europe and North America and has since expanded its operations to other continents.
UNICEF was originally established in 1946 with the primary goal of addressing economic disparities between Europe and North America and has since expanded its operations to other continents.
As of 2017, the United Nations comprised of exactly 183 member nations, each with equal representation in the Security Council.
As of 2017, the United Nations comprised of exactly 183 member nations, each with equal representation in the Security Council.
The six official languages of the UN are English, French, Spanish, Mandarin, German and Russian.
The six official languages of the UN are English, French, Spanish, Mandarin, German and Russian.
The 'School-in-a-Box' program by UNICEF is designed to provide educational materials exclusively for refugee children in designated camps and cannot be utilized in other emergency settings.
The 'School-in-a-Box' program by UNICEF is designed to provide educational materials exclusively for refugee children in designated camps and cannot be utilized in other emergency settings.
The primary function of the General Assembly is to address problems related to international cooperation in economic, social, cultural and educational matters.
The primary function of the General Assembly is to address problems related to international cooperation in economic, social, cultural and educational matters.
The UN's intervention in international conflicts, such as the Iran-Iraq War, always results in a complete resolution of all underlying issues, leading to a lasting peace agreement.
The UN's intervention in international conflicts, such as the Iran-Iraq War, always results in a complete resolution of all underlying issues, leading to a lasting peace agreement.
A core objective of the United Nations is to promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms while abstaining from involvement in solving economic problems.
A core objective of the United Nations is to promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms while abstaining from involvement in solving economic problems.
A veto in the Security Council requires the matter to be reviewed again.
A veto in the Security Council requires the matter to be reviewed again.
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has 64 member-nations elected by the General Assembly.
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) has 64 member-nations elected by the General Assembly.
The Secretariat's primary role is overseeing peace-keeping operations and managing the UN's administrative tasks.
The Secretariat's primary role is overseeing peace-keeping operations and managing the UN's administrative tasks.
Judges at the International Court of Justice serve terms for fifteen years.
Judges at the International Court of Justice serve terms for fifteen years.
The Trusteeship Council continues to actively oversee territories transitioning to self-governance.
The Trusteeship Council continues to actively oversee territories transitioning to self-governance.
UNESCO's efforts are limited to promoting literacy and do not include cultural heritage preservation.
UNESCO's efforts are limited to promoting literacy and do not include cultural heritage preservation.
The FAO exclusively focuses on eliminating hunger in underdeveloped countries.
The FAO exclusively focuses on eliminating hunger in underdeveloped countries.
The World Trading Organisation (WTO) promotes fair trade by arbitrating trade disputes between countries; however, unlike other organizations, it cannot enforce rulings.
The World Trading Organisation (WTO) promotes fair trade by arbitrating trade disputes between countries; however, unlike other organizations, it cannot enforce rulings.
The WHO coordinates funds for malaria treatment, but does not focus on prevention.
The WHO coordinates funds for malaria treatment, but does not focus on prevention.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established prior to World War One.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established prior to World War One.
A permanent member of the Security Council can block a resolution with a veto, after which the Security Council can ignore the veto and proceed with the resolution.
A permanent member of the Security Council can block a resolution with a veto, after which the Security Council can ignore the veto and proceed with the resolution.
The Economic and Social Council's (ECOSOC) primary role is to enforce international law and resolve disputes between nations through legally binding decisions.
The Economic and Social Council's (ECOSOC) primary role is to enforce international law and resolve disputes between nations through legally binding decisions.
The League of Nations, established in 1919, effectively prevented the outbreak of the Second World War, thus fulfilling its primary objective to maintain global peace.
The League of Nations, established in 1919, effectively prevented the outbreak of the Second World War, thus fulfilling its primary objective to maintain global peace.
The International Court of Justice consists of judges elected for nine-year terms, with all judges retiring simultaneously to ensure complete turnover and introduce new perspectives.
The International Court of Justice consists of judges elected for nine-year terms, with all judges retiring simultaneously to ensure complete turnover and introduce new perspectives.
The World Trade Organization (WTO) possesses less enforcement power compared to other international bodies, due to its reliance on voluntary compliance rather than sanctions.
The World Trade Organization (WTO) possesses less enforcement power compared to other international bodies, due to its reliance on voluntary compliance rather than sanctions.
The United Nations Charter was drafted and signed in London in 1945 by representatives from 50 countries, marking the formal establishment of the UN.
The United Nations Charter was drafted and signed in London in 1945 by representatives from 50 countries, marking the formal establishment of the UN.
While the UN has multiple official languages, including English, French, and Spanish, Swahili is also recognized as one of its official languages to promote inclusivity and diversity.
While the UN has multiple official languages, including English, French, and Spanish, Swahili is also recognized as one of its official languages to promote inclusivity and diversity.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established after World War 2 and its main function is to improve working and living conditions of labourers.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) was established after World War 2 and its main function is to improve working and living conditions of labourers.
According to the UN Charter, the Security Council's primary mission is to promote cultural exchange and educational initiatives among member states, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration.
According to the UN Charter, the Security Council's primary mission is to promote cultural exchange and educational initiatives among member states, fostering mutual understanding and collaboration.
The General Assembly's structure ensures that larger member countries with bigger populations have more votes than smaller member countries, creating a system of proportional representation.
The General Assembly's structure ensures that larger member countries with bigger populations have more votes than smaller member countries, creating a system of proportional representation.
The name ‘United Nations’ was coined by the US president, Franklin D ______.
The name ‘United Nations’ was coined by the US president, Franklin D ______.
The headquarters of the UN is located in New York ______.
The headquarters of the UN is located in New York ______.
The United Nations officially came into existence on 24 ______ 1945.
The United Nations officially came into existence on 24 ______ 1945.
In India, the ______ has been supporting the government's forest development programme.
In India, the ______ has been supporting the government's forest development programme.
The United Nations functions through five main ______.
The United Nations functions through five main ______.
Many rural tourism sites have been set up by the UNDP in India with the help of the ______.
Many rural tourism sites have been set up by the UNDP in India with the help of the ______.
The League of ______ was formed in 1919.
The League of ______ was formed in 1919.
The UNICEF was established in ______, to provide emergency aid to the children of war-torn Europe.
The UNICEF was established in ______, to provide emergency aid to the children of war-torn Europe.
The UN ______ was signed on 26 June 1945.
The UN ______ was signed on 26 June 1945.
The General ______ consists of all the UN members.
The General ______ consists of all the UN members.
The ‘School-in-a-______’ is an initiative by UNICEF to help children in areas affected by emergencies continue their education.
The ‘School-in-a-______’ is an initiative by UNICEF to help children in areas affected by emergencies continue their education.
The UN has made commendable efforts towards the maintenance of peace and ______ in the world.
The UN has made commendable efforts towards the maintenance of peace and ______ in the world.
The ______ Council maintains international peace and security.
The ______ Council maintains international peace and security.
A vote against a resolution by a permanent member of the Security Council is called a ______.
A vote against a resolution by a permanent member of the Security Council is called a ______.
The ______ consists of 54 member-nations elected by the General Assembly.
The ______ consists of 54 member-nations elected by the General Assembly.
The chief administrative officer of the UN is the ______.
The chief administrative officer of the UN is the ______.
The principal judicial organ of the UN is the International Court of ______.
The principal judicial organ of the UN is the International Court of ______.
The ______ suspended operations in 1994 because all its duties had been discharged.
The ______ suspended operations in 1994 because all its duties had been discharged.
UNESCO promotes world peace through international cooperation in ______.
UNESCO promotes world peace through international cooperation in ______.
The FAO aims at increasing the production of all ______ and agricultural products.
The FAO aims at increasing the production of all ______ and agricultural products.
The ______ deals with the rules of trade between nations.
The ______ deals with the rules of trade between nations.
The WHO seeks to improve the ______ of people all over the world.
The WHO seeks to improve the ______ of people all over the world.
The League of Nations, formed in 1919, failed to prevent the outbreak of the ______ World War, highlighting the need for a more effective global organization.
The League of Nations, formed in 1919, failed to prevent the outbreak of the ______ World War, highlighting the need for a more effective global organization.
The UN Charter was signed on 26 June 1945, and the United Nations officially came into existence on 24 ______ 1945, after being ratified by key nations.
The UN Charter was signed on 26 June 1945, and the United Nations officially came into existence on 24 ______ 1945, after being ratified by key nations.
The name ‘United Nations’ was coined by the US president, ______ D Roosevelt, reflecting the United States' influential role in the organization's formation.
The name ‘United Nations’ was coined by the US president, ______ D Roosevelt, reflecting the United States' influential role in the organization's formation.
The official ______ of the UN are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish, showcasing the organization's commitment to linguistic diversity and global inclusivity.
The official ______ of the UN are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish, showcasing the organization's commitment to linguistic diversity and global inclusivity.
The UN functions through five main ______ which are agencies or units that perform specific functions.
The UN functions through five main ______ which are agencies or units that perform specific functions.
A vote against any resolution in the ______ by a permanent member is called a veto.
A vote against any resolution in the ______ by a permanent member is called a veto.
The principal judicial organ of the UN, consisting of 15 judges from different countries, is the ______.
The principal judicial organ of the UN, consisting of 15 judges from different countries, is the ______.
The ______ was the first specialised agency of the UN, with its main function to improve working and living conditions of labourers.
The ______ was the first specialised agency of the UN, with its main function to improve working and living conditions of labourers.
The ______, headquartered in Paris, undertakes projects for the 'Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites'.
The ______, headquartered in Paris, undertakes projects for the 'Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites'.
The Security Council consists of five permanent members, which include Britain, China, France, ______ and USA.
The Security Council consists of five permanent members, which include Britain, China, France, ______ and USA.
In India, what government program has the UNDP supported in the area of forestry?
In India, what government program has the UNDP supported in the area of forestry?
What is the purpose of the village kala kendras set up by the UNDP in India?
What is the purpose of the village kala kendras set up by the UNDP in India?
When was UNICEF established?
When was UNICEF established?
What does the UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative provide?
What does the UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative provide?
Name one area where the UN has intervened to reduce the likelihood of war.
Name one area where the UN has intervened to reduce the likelihood of war.
What was the name of the international organization formed after the First World War to prevent future wars?
What was the name of the international organization formed after the First World War to prevent future wars?
Who coined the name 'United Nations'?
Who coined the name 'United Nations'?
In what year did the United Nations officially come into existence?
In what year did the United Nations officially come into existence?
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
Name one of the main aims of the United Nations according to its Charter.
Name one of the main aims of the United Nations according to its Charter.
Name one of the five main organs of the United Nations.
Name one of the five main organs of the United Nations.
How many member countries does the United Nations currently have?
How many member countries does the United Nations currently have?
Which body of the UN consists of five permanent members?
Which body of the UN consists of five permanent members?
How many non-permanent members are elected to the Security Council?
How many non-permanent members are elected to the Security Council?
What is the term for a vote against a resolution by a permanent member of the Security Council?
What is the term for a vote against a resolution by a permanent member of the Security Council?
Which council makes recommendations on economic, social, cultural, educational, and health issues?
Which council makes recommendations on economic, social, cultural, educational, and health issues?
Who is the chief administrative officer of the UN?
Who is the chief administrative officer of the UN?
What does UNESCO try to promote through international cooperation?
What does UNESCO try to promote through international cooperation?
What is the goal of the World Trading Organization (WTO)?
What is the goal of the World Trading Organization (WTO)?
What does the World Health Organization (WHO) seek to improve?
What does the World Health Organization (WHO) seek to improve?
Describe how UNDP's rural tourism projects in India simultaneously address economic and cultural preservation, providing an example from the text.
Describe how UNDP's rural tourism projects in India simultaneously address economic and cultural preservation, providing an example from the text.
Explain the significance of UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative in the context of emergency response and education.
Explain the significance of UNICEF's 'School-in-a-Box' initiative in the context of emergency response and education.
Identify two specific instances where UN intervention played a crucial role in de-escalating international conflicts, based on the information provided.
Identify two specific instances where UN intervention played a crucial role in de-escalating international conflicts, based on the information provided.
In what specific ways has the UN contributed to global human rights and social justice?
In what specific ways has the UN contributed to global human rights and social justice?
What is a limitation of the UN, based on the information provided, and what condition is necessary to overcome this limitation and ensure world peace?
What is a limitation of the UN, based on the information provided, and what condition is necessary to overcome this limitation and ensure world peace?
What critical failure of the League of Nations led to the formation of the United Nations?
What critical failure of the League of Nations led to the formation of the United Nations?
Explain the significance of the date 24 October 1945 in the context of the United Nations.
Explain the significance of the date 24 October 1945 in the context of the United Nations.
How does the concept of 'one nation, one vote' within the General Assembly promote equality among member states, and what are its potential drawbacks?
How does the concept of 'one nation, one vote' within the General Assembly promote equality among member states, and what are its potential drawbacks?
Describe the main function of the General Assembly.
Describe the main function of the General Assembly.
How do the stated aims of the United Nations reflect lessons learned from the failures of the League of Nations and the experiences of the two World Wars?
How do the stated aims of the United Nations reflect lessons learned from the failures of the League of Nations and the experiences of the two World Wars?
Explain the significance of Franklin D. Roosevelt coining the name ‘United Nations.’
Explain the significance of Franklin D. Roosevelt coining the name ‘United Nations.’
The UN has six offical langauges. Briefly explain why such linguistic diversity is important for an international organization.
The UN has six offical langauges. Briefly explain why such linguistic diversity is important for an international organization.
Explain the purpose of the 'veto' power held by the permanent members of the Security Council, and what happens after it is used?
Explain the purpose of the 'veto' power held by the permanent members of the Security Council, and what happens after it is used?
How does the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) contribute to addressing global challenges, and what is its relationship with specialized UN agencies like UNESCO?
How does the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) contribute to addressing global challenges, and what is its relationship with specialized UN agencies like UNESCO?
What role does the Secretariat play within the United Nations, and how does the Secretary-General contribute to resolving international disputes?
What role does the Secretariat play within the United Nations, and how does the Secretary-General contribute to resolving international disputes?
Explain the original function of the Trusteeship Council and why its operations were suspended in 1994?
Explain the original function of the Trusteeship Council and why its operations were suspended in 1994?
How does UNESCO contribute to the preservation of global heritage, and can you provide examples of World Heritage sites recognized by UNESCO, including those in India?
How does UNESCO contribute to the preservation of global heritage, and can you provide examples of World Heritage sites recognized by UNESCO, including those in India?
Describe the primary goals of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and explain its approach to addressing global hunger and malnutrition?
Describe the primary goals of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and explain its approach to addressing global hunger and malnutrition?
Explain how the World Trade Organization (WTO) influences international trade relations, and why is it considered a powerful international body?
Explain how the World Trade Organization (WTO) influences international trade relations, and why is it considered a powerful international body?
What are the main objectives of the World Health Organization (WHO), and what strategies does it employ to improve global health outcomes?
What are the main objectives of the World Health Organization (WHO), and what strategies does it employ to improve global health outcomes?
In what ways does the International Labour Organization (ILO) work to improve the lives of workers, and where is its headquarters located?
In what ways does the International Labour Organization (ILO) work to improve the lives of workers, and where is its headquarters located?
What is the function of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and how does it contribute to the peaceful use of atomic energy?
What is the function of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), and how does it contribute to the peaceful use of atomic energy?
Evaluate the claim that the formation of the United Nations was solely a response to the failures of the League of Nations. To what extent do other factors account for its establishment?
Evaluate the claim that the formation of the United Nations was solely a response to the failures of the League of Nations. To what extent do other factors account for its establishment?
The UN Charter outlines various aims. Which of these do you consider the most critical for global stability and why?
The UN Charter outlines various aims. Which of these do you consider the most critical for global stability and why?
How does the structure of the General Assembly, with its one-vote-per-member system, reflect the UN's broader goals, and what potential challenges does this structure present?
How does the structure of the General Assembly, with its one-vote-per-member system, reflect the UN's broader goals, and what potential challenges does this structure present?
Critically assess the significance of the UN's official languages in promoting its aims of international cooperation and understanding.
Critically assess the significance of the UN's official languages in promoting its aims of international cooperation and understanding.
Beyond the explicit aims stated in the UN Charter, in what other ways does does the UN contribute to global governance?
Beyond the explicit aims stated in the UN Charter, in what other ways does does the UN contribute to global governance?
Explain why the power of veto held by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council is both a strength and a potential weakness of the organization.
Explain why the power of veto held by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council is both a strength and a potential weakness of the organization.
Assess the claim that the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is the central mechanism for coordinating the UN's specialized agencies. What factors might limit its effectiveness in this role?
Assess the claim that the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is the central mechanism for coordinating the UN's specialized agencies. What factors might limit its effectiveness in this role?
Describe how the roles of the Secretary-General and the Secretariat contribute to the overall functioning of the UN, and evaluate the challenges they might face in fulfilling these roles effectively.
Describe how the roles of the Secretary-General and the Secretariat contribute to the overall functioning of the UN, and evaluate the challenges they might face in fulfilling these roles effectively.
Considering the original purpose of the Trusteeship Council, why was its suspension in 1994 seen as a sign of progress for the United Nations, and what implications did this have for the UN's future role in international governance?
Considering the original purpose of the Trusteeship Council, why was its suspension in 1994 seen as a sign of progress for the United Nations, and what implications did this have for the UN's future role in international governance?
Analyze the relationship between the specialized agencies of the UN and the member states, focusing on how the agencies' autonomy and the non-compulsory nature of membership affect their ability to achieve their mandates.
Analyze the relationship between the specialized agencies of the UN and the member states, focusing on how the agencies' autonomy and the non-compulsory nature of membership affect their ability to achieve their mandates.
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League of Nations
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An organization formed in 1919 after WWI to prevent future wars, but it failed.
United Nations (UN)
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Study Notes
- The 20th century featured two major world wars.
- In the First World War (1914-1918), Austria-Hungary and Germany fought against the Allies (France, Russia, Britain, and the USA).
- The League of Nations was formed in 1919 to prevent future wars but failed to stop the Second World War (1939-1945).
- The Second World War was fought between the Allies and the Axis Powers (Germany, Japan, and Italy).
- Emphasis was placed on a global organization to prevent future wars, leading to the creation of the United Nations.
Formation of the United Nations
- Franklin D. Roosevelt coined the name "United Nations".
- The name was first used on January 1, 1942, when 26 nations pledged to fight together against the Axis Powers.
- Representatives from 50 countries drafted the United Nations Charter in San Francisco from April 25 to June 26, 1945.
- The Charter was signed on June 26, 1945.
- The UN officially came into existence on October 24, 1945, after ratification by China, France, the former Soviet Union, Britain, the United States, and other signatories.
- United Nations Day is celebrated annually on October 24.
- As of 2017, the United Nations has 193 member nations.
- The official languages of the UN are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish.
- The UN headquarters is located in New York City.
Aims of the United Nations
- To maintain international peace and security.
- To develop friendly relations among nations.
- To achieve international cooperation in solving economic, social, cultural, and humanitarian problems.
- To promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms.
- To coordinate the actions of nations towards achieving these common ends.
Main Organs of the United Nations
- The UN operates through five main organs, each with specific functions.
The General Assembly
- It is the main body of the UN.
- It consists of all UN members.
- It deals with problems of international cooperation in economic, social, cultural, educational, and health matters.
- Member countries meet annually for three months.
- Every member country has one vote in the Assembly.
- It maintains international peace and security.
The Security Council
- It maintains international peace and security.
- It consists of five permanent members (Britain, China, France, Russia, and USA) and 10 non-permanent members elected by the General Assembly for a two-year term.
- The Council decides on how to solve problems when they arise.
- Important decisions require unanimous agreement from all five permanent members.
- A veto is a vote against a resolution by a permanent member, requiring the Security Council to review the matter.
- India, Germany, and Japan have claimed a permanent seat in the Security Council.
The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
- It consists of 54 member nations elected by the General Assembly.
- It makes recommendations on economic, social, cultural, educational, and health issues at the international level.
- It coordinates the work of specialized UN agencies like UNESCO.
- It studies the economic problems of different regions and recommends courses of action to the governments concerned.
The Secretariat
- The Secretariat consists of the secretary-general, the UN's chief administrative officer, and an international staff appointed by them.
- It handles the administrative work and paperwork of the UN.
- The secretary-general helps resolve international disputes, oversees peacekeeping operations, organizes conferences, prepares reports and budget estimates, and registers treaties.
The International Court of Justice
- It is the principal judicial organ of the UN.
- It consists of 15 judges from different countries, elected by the Security Council and the General Assembly.
- Judges serve a term of nine years, with five judges retiring every three years.
- It is located at The Hague, Netherlands.
The Trusteeship Council
- It was formed in 1945.
- Its main function was to help countries formerly under foreign rule to govern independently.
- The Council suspended operations in 1994 as all its duties had been discharged.
Specialised Agencies of the United Nations
- The UN has around 15 independent specialized agencies along with almost 14 major programs and funds operating across the world.
- Membership in these organizations is not compulsory.
- These organizations are autonomous and their activities are coordinated by ECOSOC.
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)
- UNESCO promotes world peace through international cooperation in education.
- Its programs include literacy campaigns and support for teachers, scientists, technicians, and engineers.
- It highlights the culture of underdeveloped countries.
- Its headquarters is in Paris.
- In 1972, UNESCO started the ‘Protection of World Cultural and Natural Heritage Sites’ project.
- Famous World Heritage sites include Angkor Vat, Machu Picchu, the pyramids of Giza, and the Great Barrier Reef.
- As of date, 26 sites have been identified in India.
- These include the Taj Mahal, the Ajanta-Ellora Caves, the groups of monuments at Khajuraho, Fatehpur Sikri, Hampi and Mamallapuram, National parks like those at Manas and Kaziranga, and the Mountain Railways of India.
The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO)
- The FAO was established in 1945.
- It is concerned with raising levels of nutrition and standards of living across the globe.
- Through research, the FAO aims at increasing production of all food and agricultural products from farms, forests, and fisheries.
- In 1960, the FAO launched the Freedom from Hunger Campaign.
- In 1963, it launched the World Food Programme in cooperation with the United States.
- The FAO has its headquarters in Rome and an office in New Delhi.
- The FAO addresses the cause of children suffering from malnutrition.
The World Trading Organisation (WTO)
- The WTO deals with the rules of trade between nations.
- Its goal is to help producers of goods and services and traders conduct their business.
- The WTO has more power than any other international body because its rules can be enforced through sanctions.
The World Health Organisation (WHO)
- The WHO seeks to improve the health of people all over the world.
- It has launched worldwide programs to prevent smallpox, malaria, cholera, and AIDS.
- It promotes and funds medical research in these areas.
- The WHO has its headquarters in Geneva.
- The WHO tries to prevent diseases such as polio, smallpox, and cholera.
The International Labour Organisation (ILO)
- Established after the Second World War, the ILO was the first specialized agency of the UN.
- Its main function is to improve working and living conditions of laborers.
- The ILO has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)
- This organization provides technical assistance to nations seeking to use atomic energy for peaceful purposes.
- It also spreads scientific information about the peaceful uses of atomic energy.
The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD)
- Also known as the World Bank.
- It provides loans to underdeveloped and developing countries.
- It also promotes international monetary cooperation, international trade, and assists in payments regarding foreign exchange.
Some Programmes and Funds of the UN
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Helps developing countries use aid effectively.
- In each country, the UNDP's representative coordinates development activities for the United Nations.
- In India, the UNDP has been supporting the government's forest development program, including the National Forestry Action Plan.
- At the grassroots level, UNDP provides assistance to community forestry and forest management, in places like the Perur Block of Coimbatore district in Tamil Nadu.
- Many rural tourism sites have been set up by the UNDP in India with the help of the government.
- Such projects involve setting up village kala kendras which display the arts and crafts, history, culture, nature, and heritage of the particular site.
- Rest-houses are built using traditional skills and local material, thereby creating employment opportunities.
The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF)
- UNICEF was established in 1946 to provide emergency aid to the children of war-torn Europe.
- Today, UNICEF also functions in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.
- Proceeds from the sale of UNICEF greeting cards provide funds for the activities of this organization.
- The ‘School-in-a-Box’ is an initiative by UNICEF to help children in areas affected by emergencies continue their education.
- The box contains supplies for a class of one teacher and up to 40 students.
- With the help of the box, a classroom can be set up almost anywhere.
Achievements of the United Nations
- The UN has made commendable efforts towards the maintenance of peace and harmony in the world.
- Prevented the Cold War between the USA and the former Soviet Union from turning into another world war.
- Reduced the possibilities of war in areas like Korea, Palestine, Kashmir, Congo, and Cyprus through intervention.
- Helped bring about the withdrawal of Russian forces from Afghanistan and also enforced a ceasefire in the eight-year-long war between Iran and Iraq.
- Made major contributions towards the liberation of nations, such as Indonesia from the Dutch.
- Intervened effectively in the Suez Crisis.
- Consistently condemned the policy of apartheid in places like South Africa.
- Promoted universal human rights and encouraged disarmament.
- The contribution of the UN and its related agencies towards education and healthcare across the globe has also been substantial.
- The WHO worked tirelessly in Ebola-ridden zones in 2014.
- The UN has not been able to completely stop wars or the arms race between powerful nations.
- World peace can be ensured only with the cooperation of nations and the implementation of UN policies.
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