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International and Civil Society Organizations

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This topic addresses the roles of international organizations, civil society groups, and non-governmental organizations in global development and humanitarian efforts. It is highly relevant for UPSC, state PSC, and banking exams. Solve these questions to understand global diplomacy and institutional roles.

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International and Civil Society Organizations Questions

Multiple choice business organisation import and export procedure types of foreign trade exports and imports nature and scope of foreign trade

These are officials appointed by the Government to represent the country's interests abroad.

  1. Trade Commissioners

  2. Merchant Exporter

  3. Export Houses

  4. Indent Houses
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Explanation

Trade Commissioners are government officials stationed abroad to promote their country's commercial interests and assist local businesses in international markets.

Multiple choice political science india's relationship with other countries regional organisation india’s international relations foreign policy of india and india's relations with the neighbouring countries

Which UN secretary general persuaded India and Pakistan to agree to a ceasefire?

  1. Ban Ki-moon

  2. Gladwyn Jebb

  3. U Thant

  4. Kurt Waldheim
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Explanation

U Thant was a Burmese diplomat and the third secretary-general of the United Nations from 1961 to 1971. He was the first European to hold this position. The India- Pakistan War of 1965 and Conflict of 1971 between India and Pakistan broke out in Kashmir in early August of 1965 soon spread along the entire length of the International border from the Lahore area to the sea.

The council on 20th September demanded a ceasefire and authorized the secretary general to provide the necessary assistance to ensure supervision of the ceasefire and withdrawal of all armed personnel. For that purpose the then UN secretary general U Thant persuaded India and Pakistan to agree to a ceasefire.

Multiple choice political science defence system of india introduction to defence and armed forces organisation of the defence forces defence forces of india central armed police forces second line of defence

Which among the following is not among the main tasks of the Indian Army?

  1. To assert the territorial integrity of India.

  2. To support the civil community in case of disasters (e.g. flooding).

  3. To participate in United Nations peacekeeping operations in consonance with India's commitment to the United Nations Charter.

  4. None of the above
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Explanation

The duties of The Indian Army are as follows:-

1. To protect our country from any external threats.
2. To assert the territorial integrity of India.
3. To ensure national security and national unity.
4. To maintain peace and security within its borders.
5. To conducts humanitarian rescue operations during natural calamities and other disturbances.
6. To participate in United Nation peacekeeping operations in consonance with India's commitment to the United Nation Charter.

Multiple choice political science india and the world objectives and reasons for the establishment of the united nations reasons for the establishment of the united nations united nations organisation

The United Nations was formed during the World War II Era to do all the following EXCEPT _____________________________.

  1. Replace the largely ineffective League of Nations

  2. Engage in armed conflicts to assure victory to a deserving side.

  3. Maintain international peace and security

  4. Promote international cooperation among member nations.

  5. Promote and protect human rights.
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Explanation

The United Nations was formed to maintain international peace, promote cooperation, protect human rights, and replace the League of Nations. It was not created to engage directly in armed conflicts to secure victory for a chosen side, as it acts as a neutral peacekeeping and diplomatic body.

Multiple choice political science india and the world objectives and reasons for the establishment of the united nations reasons for the establishment of the united nations united nations organisation

New members in UN are admitted by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council by a  ________  majority of votes.

  1. 1/3

  2. 1/2

  3. 3/4

  4. 2/3
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Explanation

According to the UN Charter, admission of new members is effected by a decision of the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council, requiring a two-thirds majority of those present and voting.

Multiple choice history economic system and economic policies american dominance, neo-imperialism and new economic policy insights on lpg changing economic policies

IMF has a ______ membership of countries.

  1. 199

  2. 189

  3. 220

  4. 76
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Explanation

IMF stands for International Monetary Fund. It was established in 1945. Headquarter of IMF  is in Washington DC. It has 189 countries as members as of 2018. It is established to promote financial stability of the member countries.

Multiple choice

What is very common in Turkey on 1 May?

  1. beauty contests

  2. protests by workers and trade unions

  3. snow storms

  4. music festivals
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Explanation

May 1 is International Workers' Day, which is widely recognized in Turkey through organized demonstrations by labor unions. Other options like beauty contests or snow storms are not culturally associated with this date.

Multiple choice

May Day is two separate holidays: the celebration of labor and...

  1. Beypazarı carrots.

  2. the coming of summer and fertility.

  3. colorful ribbons.

  4. your next door neighbor.
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Explanation

May Day has dual roots: the modern political labor movement and ancient seasonal celebrations marking the arrival of spring, fertility, and summer.

Multiple choice

May Day comes from the pagan festival, Beltane, which means...

  1. Day of Barbecues.

  2. Day of Antlers.

  3. Day of Fire.

  4. Day of Fire Drills.
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Explanation

Beltane is an ancient Gaelic festival marking the beginning of summer, and it is traditionally associated with lighting bonfires to symbolize the sun and fire.

Multiple choice

Youth and Sports Day is held on what day in Turkey?

  1. May 1

  2. August 30

  3. April 23

  4. May 19
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Explanation

Youth and Sports Day is a national holiday in Turkey celebrated every year on May 19. It commemorates the start of the national liberation movement.

Multiple choice

Labor Day in Spain is called...

  1. Cinco de Mayo

  2. İşçi Günü

  3. Fête du Travail

  4. Día del Trabajo
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Explanation

Día del Trabajo is the Spanish term for Labor Day. The other options are French (Fête du Travail) or Turkish (İşçi Günü).

Multiple choice

April 24 is Labor Safety Day in...

  1. Bangladesh

  2. Belgium

  3. Bhutan

  4. Burkino Faso
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Explanation

Bangladesh observes National Occupational Health and Safety Day on April 24. This date was chosen to commemorate the Rana Plaza collapse.

Multiple choice

When is Labor Day celebrated in the United States?

  1. May 1

  2. First Monday in September

  3. May 19

  4. Fifth Tuesday in April
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the United States, Labor Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September. It honors the American labor movement.