UN, WHO, IMF & World Bank — Set 3
International Relations · UN, WHO, IMF और विश्व बैंक · Questions 21–30 of 160
Where is the headquarters of the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
Correct Answer: C. Geneva
The World Trade Organization is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. The WTO's highest decision-making body is the Ministerial Conference, which meets every two years. The WTO has 164 member countries accounting for around 98% of global trade. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala of Nigeria became the first woman and first African to serve as WTO Director-General in 2021.
UNICEF stands for United Nations Children's Fund. Where is its headquarters?
Correct Answer: B. New York
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund) is headquartered in New York City, USA. It was established in 1946 to provide emergency food and healthcare to children in countries devastated by World War II. UNICEF became a permanent part of the UN system in 1953. UNICEF works in over 190 countries and territories to save children's lives and defend their rights.
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) is headquartered in which city?
Correct Answer: D. Paris
UNESCO is headquartered in Paris, France, at the Place de Fontenoy. It was established in 1945 to promote world peace and security through international cooperation in education, arts, sciences, and culture. UNESCO administers the World Heritage List, recognizing sites of outstanding universal value. India has over 40 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is headquartered in which city?
Correct Answer: B. Geneva
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It was established in 1919 as part of the Treaty of Versailles, making it one of the oldest international organizations. The ILO became the first specialized agency of the United Nations in 1946. The ILO promotes decent work and sets international labour standards through conventions and recommendations.
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is headquartered in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Rome
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is headquartered in Rome, Italy. It was established in 1945 as a specialized agency of the United Nations to lead international efforts to defeat hunger. FAO works in over 130 countries to improve agricultural productivity, food security, and the living standards of rural populations. The UN's World Food Programme (WFP) is also headquartered in Rome.
Which UN agency is responsible for refugees worldwide?
Correct Answer: C. UNHCR
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), established in 1950, is the UN agency responsible for protecting and supporting refugees, asylum seekers, and stateless people worldwide. UNHCR is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. It was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1954 and 1981. India hosts a significant refugee population and works with UNHCR on refugee matters.
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) focuses primarily on which area?
Correct Answer: B. Sustainable human development
UNDP focuses on sustainable human development, working in about 170 countries to eradicate poverty and reduce inequality. UNDP publishes the Human Development Report and the Human Development Index (HDI) annually. The HDI measures countries based on life expectancy, education, and per capita income. India has consistently improved its HDI ranking over the decades.
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is headquartered in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Nairobi
UNEP (United Nations Environment Programme) is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, making it the only major UN body headquartered in the developing world. It was established in 1972 following the Stockholm Conference on the Human Environment. UNEP coordinates the UN system's environmental activities and assists developing countries in implementing environmentally sound policies. India actively participates in UNEP initiatives.
Which UN agency administers nuclear safeguards and promotes peaceful use of nuclear energy?
Correct Answer: A. IAEA
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), established in 1957, administers nuclear safeguards to prevent diversion of nuclear materials for weapons purposes and promotes the peaceful use of nuclear energy. The IAEA is headquartered in Vienna, Austria. The IAEA was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2005. India-specific safeguards agreements with the IAEA were a key component of the India-US Civil Nuclear Deal.
The IAEA (International Atomic Energy Agency) is headquartered in which city?
Correct Answer: C. Vienna
The IAEA is headquartered in Vienna, Austria, along with other major UN organizations including UNIDO and CTBTO. The IAEA was established in 1957 under the 'Atoms for Peace' initiative of US President Eisenhower. It operates under a dual mandate: to accelerate peaceful use of atomic energy and ensure military uses do not advance. India signed an India-specific safeguards agreement with the IAEA in 2008.