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United Nations Organisations - General Knowledge Questions

English only

French only

English and French

English, French and Russian

Correct Answer : Option (C) - English and French

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Q .

How many countries are the members of the U. N. O. at present? (as of Jan 2020)

186

190

193

196

Correct Answer : Option (C) - 193

The General Assembly is made up of 193 United Nations Member States. These States are: The Economic and Social Council has 54 members, elected for three-year terms by the General Assembly. The term of office for each member expires on 31 December of the year indicated in parentheses next to its name.

Published On : May 30, 2021

Category : United Nations Organisations

Q .

Which organ of the United Nations Organisation is responsible for coordinating the work of its specialised agencies?

Economic and Social Council

General Assembly

Security Council

Secretariat

Correct Answer : Option (A) - Economic and Social Council

The United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) is responsible for co-ordinating the economic, social and related work of 15 UN specialized agencies, their functional commissions and five regional commissions.

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Category : United Nations Organisations

Q .

Which UN body confers the Literacy Prize?

WHO

UNICEF

UNESCO

Correct Answer : Option (D) - UNESCO

Since 1967, UNESCO International Literacy Prizes have rewarded excellence and innovation in the field of literacy. Over 500 projects and programmes undertaken by governments, non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world have been recognized.

Published On : May 30, 2021

Category : United Nations Organisations