UN, WHO, IMF & World Bank — Set 14
International Relations · UN, WHO, IMF और विश्व बैंक · Questions 131–140 of 160
The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is the global organization of national parliaments. India's Parliament is a member of IPU. IPU is headquartered in:
Correct Answer: C. Geneva
The Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1889, IPU is one of the world's oldest multilateral bodies, predating the United Nations. IPU works to promote democratic governance, accountability, and cooperation among parliaments. India's Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha are member parliaments. IPU holds annual assemblies where parliamentary delegations exchange views on global issues.
The UN registered which as the world's first major international legal framework against corruption?
Correct Answer: B. UNCAC (UN Convention Against Corruption)
UNCAC (United Nations Convention Against Corruption), adopted by the General Assembly in October 2003 and entering into force in December 2005, is the only legally binding universal anti-corruption instrument. UNCAC covers five areas: preventive measures, criminalization and law enforcement, international cooperation, asset recovery, and technical assistance. India ratified UNCAC in May 2011. It is one of India's key legal tools for international cooperation in recovering assets held abroad by corrupt officials.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) adopted the IMO 2050 Strategy for GHG emissions from shipping with a target of:
Correct Answer: B. 50% reduction by 2050 (later revised to net-zero by 2050)
The IMO initially adopted its Initial GHG Strategy in 2018, targeting at least a 50% reduction in shipping GHG emissions by 2050 compared to 2008 levels. This was revised and strengthened in 2023 with an updated strategy targeting net-zero GHG emissions from international shipping by or around 2050. Shipping accounts for about 2.5% of global GHG emissions. India is working on domestic regulations aligned with IMO's decarbonization objectives.
The UN Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) defines the Continental Shelf of a coastal state to extend up to how many nautical miles from the baseline?
Correct Answer: C. 350 NM
Under UNCLOS, the continental shelf of a coastal state extends up to 350 nautical miles from the baseline (or 100 nautical miles from the 2,500-meter isobath) where the natural prolongation of the land territory extends beyond 200 NM. Within the 200 NM Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), the coastal state also has continental shelf rights automatically. India has submitted a claim for an extended continental shelf beyond 200 NM in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea to the UN Commission on the Limits of the Continental Shelf (CLCS).
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) focuses on which area?
Correct Answer: C. Sexual and reproductive health and rights
UNFPA (United Nations Population Fund) focuses on sexual and reproductive health and rights, including family planning, maternal health, and gender equality. Despite its name, UNFPA does not set population targets but helps countries achieve sustainable development through reproductive health programs. UNFPA is headquartered in New York. India has a long cooperation relationship with UNFPA in family planning and maternal health programs.
The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center is widely used for resolving:
Correct Answer: C. Internet domain name disputes (UDRP)
The WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Center is particularly known for administering the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy (UDRP), which handles cybersquatting and domain name disputes. Established in 1994, the Center also handles more complex IP licensing and technology disputes. WIPO's UDRP process has handled over 50,000 cases, making it one of the world's busiest alternative dispute resolution mechanisms.
India has been pushing for permanent membership in the UN Security Council as part of which group?
Correct Answer: B. G4
India is part of the G4 group — India, Germany, Japan, and Brazil — which are the four major advocates for UN Security Council reform and permanent membership. The G4 countries collectively argue they represent the majority of the world's population and GDP, yet have no permanent representation in the UNSC. The G4 has been lobbying for UNSC expansion since the 1990s. The proposal faces opposition from Uniting for Consensus (UfC) group led by Pakistan and Italy.
The UN Trust Fund for Human Security was established to address which concept?
Correct Answer: C. Human security (individual well-being)
The UN Trust Fund for Human Security was established in 1999 to operationalize the concept of human security, which focuses on protecting and empowering individuals rather than just states. Human security encompasses freedom from fear and freedom from want. The concept was developed in the 1994 UNDP Human Development Report. Japan is the largest donor to the UN Trust Fund for Human Security.
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is often described as a club of:
Correct Answer: B. Rich/developed democracies
The OECD is often described as a club of wealthy, primarily developed, democratic market economies. Founded in 1961, it has 38 member countries mainly from Europe, North America, and the Asia-Pacific. OECD provides a forum for governments to compare policy experiences, seek answers to common problems, and coordinate domestic and international policies. India is not an OECD member but has been engaged in accession discussions.
The Annual Report of the UN Secretary-General on the 'State of the World's Children' is published by which agency?
Correct Answer: A. UNICEF
The 'State of the World's Children' report is published annually by UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund). It provides in-depth analysis of a major issue affecting children globally, with detailed statistics on child welfare indicators. The report has been published since 1979 and is one of the most authoritative sources on children's rights and well-being. India's performance on child health and education indicators is closely tracked in these reports.