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International organizations play crucial roles in global governance, economics, and social development. This hub offers practice questions on the United Nations, the World Bank, and various regional bodies. These topics frequently appear in UPSC, SSC, and state PSC general awareness sections.
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International Organizations Questions
Which of the following is NOT a regional cooperation organization in Africa?
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African Union (AU)
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Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)
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Southern African Development Community (SADC)
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Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)
D
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Explanation
ASEAN is a regional cooperation organization in Southeast Asia, not in Africa.
What is the name of the global initiative launched by the World Health Organization to promote access to essential medicines and vaccines for people in developing countries?
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Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
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UNITAID
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The Global Fund for Women
B
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance is a global initiative launched by the World Health Organization to promote access to essential medicines and vaccines for people in developing countries.
What is the name of the global health initiative launched by the United Nations to achieve universal health coverage by 2030?
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Sustainable Development Goals
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Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
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UNITAID
A
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The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a set of global goals adopted by the United Nations in 2015. One of the SDGs is to achieve universal health coverage by 2030. This goal aims to ensure that everyone, everywhere has access to the health services they need, without financial hardship.
What is the name of the global health initiative launched by the World Bank to improve the health of women and children in developing countries?
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Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
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UNITAID
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Every Woman Every Child
D
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Explanation
Every Woman Every Child is a global health initiative launched by the World Bank to improve the health of women and children in developing countries. The initiative aims to reduce maternal and child mortality, improve access to family planning and reproductive health services, and promote the health and well-being of women and children.
What is the name of the global health initiative launched by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to eradicate polio?
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Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria
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Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance
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UNITAID
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Polio Eradication Initiative
D
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Explanation
The Polio Eradication Initiative is a global health initiative launched by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to eradicate polio. The initiative has been successful in reducing the number of polio cases worldwide, and it is now close to achieving its goal of eradicating the disease.
Which international court is responsible for resolving disputes between states and international organizations?
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International Court of Justice
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International Criminal Court
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International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea
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United Nations Administrative Tribunal
D
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Explanation
The United Nations Administrative Tribunal (UNAT) is an international court that is responsible for resolving disputes between states and international organizations.
Which international organization plays a leading role in promoting responsible tourism?
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World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
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United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
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International Labour Organization (ILO).
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World Bank.
A
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Explanation
The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is the leading international organization responsible for promoting responsible, sustainable, and accessible tourism.
Which international organization is responsible for coordinating the global response to climate change?
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World Bank
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United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
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International Monetary Fund (IMF)
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World Trade Organization (WTO)
B
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Explanation
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the sustainable development of the environment, and provides leadership and encourages partnership in caring for the environment by inspiring, informing, and enabling nations and peoples to improve their quality of life without compromising that of future generations.
Which international organization is responsible for coordinating efforts to combat illicit trafficking in cultural objects?
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The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL)
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
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The World Customs Organization (WCO)
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The International Council of Museums (ICOM)
A
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Explanation
The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) is responsible for coordinating efforts to combat illicit trafficking in cultural objects. INTERPOL's Stolen Works of Art database contains information on stolen and looted artworks, helping law enforcement agencies around the world to identify and recover stolen cultural property.
What is the name of the organization that focuses on preserving and promoting the art of etching?
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International Association of Etchers (IAE)
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Etching Society (ES)
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Society of American Etchers (SAE)
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National Etching Society (NES)
A
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The International Association of Etchers (IAE) is an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the art of etching. Founded in 1990, the IAE brings together etchers from around the world to share ideas, techniques, and inspiration. The IAE organizes exhibitions, workshops, and conferences, and publishes a journal called 'Etchings'.
What is the name of the organization that focuses on the preservation and promotion of the art of wood engraving?
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Society of Wood Engravers (SWE)
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Wood Engravers' Association (WEA)
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International Wood Engravers' Society (IWES)
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National Wood Engravers' Society (NWES)
A
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Explanation
The Society of Wood Engravers (SWE) is an organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of the art of wood engraving. Founded in 1920, the SWE brings together wood engravers from around the world to share ideas, techniques, and inspiration. The SWE organizes exhibitions, workshops, and conferences, and publishes a journal called 'The Wood Engraver'.
Which international organization was established to promote democracy and human rights worldwide?
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United Nations
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World Bank
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International Monetary Fund
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Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
D
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Explanation
The Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) was established to promote democracy, human rights, and security in Europe.
Which UN agency is primarily responsible for coordinating international efforts to address refugee issues?
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United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)
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International Organization for Migration (IOM)
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United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
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World Food Programme (WFP)
A
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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) is the primary UN agency responsible for coordinating international efforts to address refugee issues, including the implementation of the Principle of Durable Solutions.
Which international organization is responsible for promoting global economic cooperation and development?
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World Bank
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International Monetary Fund
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World Trade Organization
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Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
D
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Explanation
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) is an international organization that promotes global economic cooperation and development.
Which international organization is responsible for promoting international cooperation and maintaining global peace and security?
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United Nations
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World Trade Organization
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International Monetary Fund
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World Bank
A
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The United Nations is the international organization responsible for promoting international cooperation and maintaining global peace and security.