UN Organs — Set 5
World Organizations · UN अंग · Questions 41–50 of 60
In which city is the main headquarters of the United Nations located?
Correct Answer: A. New York City
The UN Headquarters is situated in New York City on land considered international territory. It was designed by a team of international architects led by Wallace Harrison. While the UN has other major offices, New York remains the primary seat.
What is the total number of member states in the United Nations as of today?
Correct Answer: C. 193
There are 193 member states, with South Sudan being the latest to join in 2011. Each member state is a part of the General Assembly. This represents almost every sovereign state in the world.
Which UN organ is the only one that can take military action against an aggressor?
Correct Answer: B. Security Council
The Security Council has the power to maintain peace through military intervention if necessary. It can authorize the use of force under Chapter VII of the UN Charter. This power is used to restore international stability.
Who is the current Secretary-General of the United Nations (as of 2024)?
Correct Answer: C. António Guterres
António Guterres of Portugal took office on January 1, 2017. He is currently serving his second five-year term as the head of the UN. He previously served as the UN High Commissioner for Refugees.
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is also known by which name?
Correct Answer: A. World Court
The ICJ is widely referred to as the World Court because it is the top judicial body for nations. It succeeds the Permanent Court of International Justice. It focuses on interstate legal disputes rather than individual crimes.
What is the primary function of the UN General Assembly?
Correct Answer: B. Discussion and recommendations
The General Assembly is a forum for members to debate and make recommendations on global issues. It handles matters like the budget and electing members to other organs. It represents the collective voice of the international community.
Which UN organ coordinates the developmental work of specialized agencies like WHO and UNESCO?
Correct Answer: C. Economic and Social Council
ECOSOC is the central platform for discussing social and economic issues. It manages the work of various specialized agencies and commissions. Its goal is to promote sustainable development and human well-being.
Non-permanent members of the Security Council are elected for a term of how many years?
Correct Answer: B. Two years
The correct answer is 'Two years'. Ten non-permanent members are elected by the General Assembly for two-year terms. They are chosen to represent different regions of the world. They participate in all Council discussions but do not have veto power.
In which month does the General Assembly usually start its regular annual session?
Correct Answer: C. September
The regular session begins every year on the Tuesday of the third week in September. This session includes the high-level General Debate where world leaders address the assembly. It is a major event in global diplomacy.
Which principal UN organ is currently inactive but still exists on paper?
Correct Answer: C. Trusteeship Council
The Trusteeship Council suspended operations in 1994. Its task was to oversee trust territories moving toward independence. Since all territories are now independent, it no longer meets regularly.