Multiple choice

When did “The United Nations” come into effect?

  1. September 25, 1945

  2. October 24, 1945

  3. November 24, 1945

  4. December 24, 1945
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The United Nations officially came into existence on October 24, 1945, when the UN Charter was ratified by China, France, the Soviet Union, the United Kingdom, the United States, and a majority of other signatories. This date is now celebrated annually as United Nations Day. September was when the charter was signed, but October 24 marks its enforcement.

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