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Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The Food and Agricultural Organisation has its headquarters in ________.

  1. Geneva

  2. Rome

  3. Venice

  4. London
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Explanation

FAO stands for the Food and Agriculture Organisation. It is a specialized agency of the United Nation. Its headquarters is in Rome. Its main aim is to ensure food security for all the member nations. It also aims to eliminate hunger and malnutrition. It is responsible for making agriculture, forestry, and fisheries more productive and sustainable.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The ________ became the first specialized agency to be affiliated with the United Nations.

  1. UNESCO

  2. UNICEF

  3. ILO

  4. WHO
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Explanation

In 1946, ILO became the first specialized agency of the United Nations. ILO, as a specialized UN agency, is on a mission to promote workers' rights, reinforce decent employment opportunities, strengthen social protection and enhance dialogue on work-related issues.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has its headquarters in __________.

  1. New York

  2. Washington DC

  3. Geneva

  4. Hague
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Explanation

The International Labour Organisation has its headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. This office houses the permanent Secretariat and professional staff to carry out daily work under the supervision of an appointed director general.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

In 1919, the ILO was an affiliated agency of the __________.

  1. League of Nations

  2. United Nations

  3. UNICEF

  4. UNESCO
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ILO was created in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles as an affiliated agency of the League of Nations. This treaty officially ended World War I between Germany and the Allied Powers.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

Food and Agricultural Organisation was founded in ___________.

  1. 1945

  2. 1949

  3. 1951

  4. 1957
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Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO) was founded in 1945 and is one of the largest specialized agencies in the UN. FAO works to eliminate hunger, food insecurity and malnutrition; bring about productive and sustainable agriculture, forestry and fisheries; reduce rural poverty; enable inclusive and efficient agricultural and food systems; and protect livelihoods from crises.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The main functions of the ILO include _____________.

  1. Improvement of the working condition and standard of living of the workers

  2. Providing technical training to the workforce and fostering cooperative organisations and rural industries

  3. Encouraging promulgation of laws in different countries which protect labourers from the exploitation of industrialists, factory owners and big landlords

  4. ILO also helps the workers in vocational training and other skills

  5. All of these
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Explanation

ILO works to influence national legislation in favour of improving working conditions and standard of living of workers in member countries. It also strives to provide workforce training, promote cooperative organizations and rural industries, conduct research on unemployment and underemployment, and protect the rights of international migrants and organized labour.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The main functions of the UNICEF include ______________.

  1. To arrange for the welfare of infants and their mothers

  2. To arrange for nutritious diet for the younger generation of the world

  3. To provide medical aid to fight diseases in the underdeveloped and developing countries

  4. <span>All the above</span>
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Explanation

UNICEF works to save the life of children, safeguard their rights aid in their development by providing food, education, medical aid, etc. In 1965, UNICEF was decorated with Nobel price for "fulfilling the condition of Nobel's will, the promotion of brotherhood among nations" and playing the role of "a peace-factor of great importance." UNICEF works for child protection, child survival, education, gender rights among children, emergencies, innovation for children, supply and logistics, and research and analysis. UNICEF operates in 190 countries.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

The ILO was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in __________.

  1. 1960

  2. 1969

  3. 1973

  4. 1988
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Explanation

The ILO works to improve labour conditions around the globe.Recognizing its contribution to bettering labour conditions and living standards worldwide, it was accorded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1969.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

Which treaty created the ILO?

  1. Atlantic Charter

  2. The United Nations Charter

  3. Treaty of Versailles

  4. None of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

ILO was created in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles as an affiliated agency of the League of Nations. This treaty officially ended World War I between Germany and the Allied Powers.

Multiple choice political science the united nations (u.n.) specialized agencies of the un united nation organisation (u.n.o) international institutions

April 7 is observed as the __________.

  1. World Health Day

  2. World Water Day

  3. English Language Day

  4. International Dance Day
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World Health Organisation sponsors the World Health Day on 7th April every year with aim of spreading more and more health awareness across the globe. On World Health Day, a health issue related theme is issued every year. The theme in 2016 was "Beat Diabetes", in 2017, "Depression" and in 2018, "Universal Health Coverage."