United Nations (UN) & Organizations MCQs
234+ solved UN MCQs — Security Council, General Assembly, Secretariat, ICJ & every specialized agency from WHO to IAEA for PPSC, FPSC, NTS, CSS & PMS.
The UN Declaration was signed on 1 January 1942 by 26 nations during WWII, pledging to fight the Axis powers — 1st January 1942.
The UN was established on 24 October 1945 after ratification of its Charter — celebrated annually as UN Day.
The UN Declaration of 1942 was signed by Roosevelt (U.S.A), Churchill (U.K.), Litvinov (U.S.SR), T — All of the above.
26 nations signed the UN Declaration on 1 January 1942 (note: the original CSS-style answer key gives 24; modern sources say 26).
Lord Halifax presided at the San Francisco Conference (1945) where the UN Charter was drafted.
The World Economic Outlook is the IMF's flagship publication, issued annually (with updates).
Two non-member observer states: the Holy See (Vatican City) and the State of Palestine — 2.
The Preamble cites the experience of a devastating war (WWII) as the principal motivation for the UN — Experiences of a devastating war.
U.S. President Franklin D — Franklin D. Roosevelt.
South Sudan brought UN membership to 193, the current total.
The UN HQ is in New York, U.S.A.
Historically Japan was the second-largest contributor (now overtaken by China in some periods).
Each UN member state may send up to 5 representatives to the General Assembly but has only 1 vote.
The International Labour Organization (ILO), founded in 1919, looks after workers' welfare.
Trygve Lie of Norway was the first UN Secretary-General (1946-1952).
Trygve Lie is the only UN Secretary-General to have resigned (in 1952).
U Thant of Myanmar (then Burma) was the first Asian UN Secretary-General (1961-1971).
The 6 UN official languages are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.
Arabic was added to the UN's official languages in 1973.
There are 6 official languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish.
The UN Secretariat uses English and French as its two working languages.
Pope John Paul II addressed the UN in all 6 official languages in October 1995.
The UN Human Rights Council (HRC) replaced the older Commission on Human Rights in 2006.
HRC members are elected by the General Assembly for 3-year terms — Three years.
The SC presidency rotates monthly in English alphabetical order of members — One month.
UNTSO (UN Truce Supervision Organization), 1948, was the first UN peacekeeping mission — for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
UNIFIL (Lebanon) and UNDOF (Golan Heights, Syria) are the other ongoing Middle-East UN missions — UNIFIL & UNDOF.
Africa hosted most ongoing UN peacekeeping missions as of 2009.
The P5 are China, France, Russia, U.K. and U.S.A — Germany.
Franklin D — Franklin D. Roosevelt.
The UN headquarters building is in New York City, USA.
The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) is commonly known as the World Bank.
The UN had 51 original members in 1945.
The General Assembly, where all 193 members are represented, is often called the parliament of nations.
The UN Secretariat (led by the Secretary-General) carries out day-to-day administration — The Secretariat.
The P5 are China, France, U.K., U.S.A and Russia — Germany.
UNESCO = United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, HQ Paris — UN Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization.
UNICEF (UN Children's Fund), founded 1946, looks after children's rights and welfare.
UN soldiers deployed to monitor ceasefires are called UN Peacekeeping Troops.
Kofi Annan of Ghana became UN Secretary-General on 1 January 1997 (served 1997-2006).
The founding document of the UN is the United Nations Charter (signed 26 June 1945).
The UN Human Rights Council (HRC) was created in 2006 as the most recent UN human-rights body.
India does not have a permanent seat.
ICSID — International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes — handles investment arbitration.
Italy was not among the 51 original UN members in 1945 (it joined in 1955).
Iraq was one of the 51 original UN members in 1945.
The UN Charter was drafted and signed at the San Francisco Conference (April-June 1945).
Franklin D — Franklin D. Roosevelt.
The Preamble pledges 'to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war'.
The G4 (Brazil, Germany, India, Japan) + Nigeria have pushed for permanent UNSC seats.
Korean War 1950 and Gulf War 1991 — the two UN-sanctioned full-scale wars — 1950 and 1991.
In 2009 UN peacekeeping operations were in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.
There are 6 principal organs of the UN — Humanitarian Affairs Council.
WHO is a specialized agency of the UN; the Red Cross is an independent humanitarian movement — World Health Organization.
UN Day is observed on 24 October, the date the UN Charter entered into force in 1945.
UNHCR is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (founded 1950).
UNAIDS is the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS — Joint UN Program on HIV/AIDS.
The ICJ — principal judicial organ of the UN — sits at the Peace Palace in The Hague.
Each ILO member country sends 4 representatives — 2 government, 1 employer, 1 worker (tripartite structure).
The Universal Postal Union (UPU, est.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) facilitates global weather and climate information sharing.
UNICRI is located in Turin, Italy.
UNITAR, UNIDIR, UNRISD, UN-INSTRAW, UN University and UPEACE are all UN training/research institutions — All the above.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) promotes peaceful use of nuclear energy.
UNEP is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya — the only major UN agency HQ in Africa.
WHO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (founded 7 April 1948).
IAEA = International Atomic Energy Agency, HQ Vienna.
IFAD = International Fund for Agricultural Development, HQ Rome (founded 1977).
ICAO = International Civil Aviation Organization, HQ Montreal, Canada (1944).
The UN's foremost purpose, per Article 1 of the Charter, is to maintain international peace and security — Peace & Security.
50 nations signed the UN Charter at the San Francisco Conference on 26 June 1945.
The 1963 amendment to Article 23 enlarged the Security Council from 11 to 15 members.
The ICC is located in The Hague, Netherlands.
The United Nations (Privileges & Immunities) Act, 1947 implements the UN's immunities in India.
Article 1 of the UN Charter sets out the purposes of the UN.
This famous phrase appears in the Preamble of the UN Charter.
Per Article 1(2), the second purpose is to develop friendly relations among nations based on equal rights and self-determination — Develop friendly relations among nations based on equal rights and self determination.
Article 55 sets out the UN's commitments to international economic and social co-operation.
The six principal organs of the UN are GA, SC, ECOSOC, Trusteeship Council, ICJ and the Secretariat — All of the above.
The UN is a democratic international organization based on sovereign equality of its members — Democratic Organization.
Important matters are decided by majority vote (two-thirds majority in the General Assembly for major issues).
The Security Council has primary responsibility for peace and security and decides those matters.
A two-thirds majority of members present and voting is required for important General Assembly decisions.
Per Article 24, the SC has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security — Maintain peace and security in the world.
Under Chapter VII of the Charter, the Security Council may authorize use of armed force.
Per Article 43, all member states and especially SC members are obliged to make armed forces available to the UN — Both (a) and (b).
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the UN.
The Rome Statute establishing the ICC was negotiated between 15 June and 17 July 1998 (commonly cited 18 June – 19 August 1998).
WMO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
Two types: Original members and States admitted afterwards under Article 4 — 2.
The Charter recognises original members (1945) and members admitted under Article 4 — Both (a) and (b).
Admission requires recommendation by the SC and approval by the GA — Both (a) and (b).
Article 6 allows the GA to expel a member that has persistently violated the principles of the Charter, on the SC's recommendation.
Suspension under Article 5 occurs on the recommendation of the Security Council.
A two-thirds majority of members present and voting is required.
Each member can send up to 5 representatives but has only 1 vote — Not more than 5.
Each member state has 1 vote in the General Assembly — irrespective of size, wealth or contribution — One vote.
Important questions in the General Assembly require a two-thirds majority.
The General Assembly may draw the Security Council's attention to international situations under Article 11 — General Assembly of UN.
Article 13 empowers the GA to initiate studies and recommendations for international co-operation.
The ILO was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1969 on its 50th anniversary.
Article 2(7) of the Charter prohibits the UN from intervening in matters essentially within a state's domestic jurisdiction.
Both ECOSOC and the Trusteeship Council are subsidiary organs of the UN system.
The General Assembly approves the UN regular budget under Article 17 — General Assembly of UN.
Article 17 vests budgetary authority in the General Assembly.
The General Assembly created the International Law Commission in 1948 to codify international law.
UNITAR was established in 1965 by the General Assembly.
An ICJ advisory opinion held UN Administrative Tribunal rulings binding — International Court of Justice.
UNCTAD was established in 1964 as a permanent intergovernmental body.
The Uniting for Peace Resolution (377(V)) was passed on 3 November 1950 (commonly cited 4 Nov) — 4 November 1950.
An emergency session can be requested by 9 SC members or by a majority of GA members — Both (b) and (c).
Per the Uniting for Peace resolution, the GA may consider it if the SC is unable to act due to veto — UN General Assembly.
The Collective Measures Committee was established with 15 members.
The USSR strongly criticised the Uniting for Peace resolution as bypassing its Security Council veto.
The SG is appointed by the GA upon recommendation of the SC (subject to P5 veto) — UN General Assembly upon recommendation of Security Council.
Article 97 governs the appointment of the Secretary-General.
IFAD HQ is in Rome, Italy (alongside FAO).
A two-thirds majority is required to deprive a member of its vote under Article 19.
The 10 non-permanent SC members are elected by the General Assembly for 2-year terms — UN General Assembly.
Article 17(2) states expenses are borne by the members as apportioned by the General Assembly.
ECOSOC's 54 members are elected by the General Assembly for 3-year terms — UN General Assembly.
UNDCP was established in 1991/1993 (commonly cited 1993).
The Security Council was established at the San Francisco Conference (April-June 1945).
The Security Council has 15 members — 5 permanent + 10 non-permanent.
There are 5 permanent members of the SC (the P5).
10 non-permanent members are elected by the GA for 2-year terms.
The P5: China, Britain (UK), America (USA), Russia and France.
The Security Council came into existence on 12 January 1946 — alongside the first General Assembly meeting.
Originally 6 non-permanent members were elected.
The amendment was adopted on 17 December 1963 (came into force 31 August 1965).
Non-permanent SC members are elected for 2-year terms — 2 years.
Only the 5 permanent members (P5) have veto power.
If a P5 member is absent or abstains, it is not treated as a veto (the 'Yalta formula') — Absence of an SC permanent member during the SC meeting.
The SC has maintenance, elective, supervisory and constituent functions — All the above.
UNICEF was established on 11 December 1946 (sometimes cited 1947).
ICAO is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
UNFPA covers reproductive health, gender equality and population policy — All the above.
UNEP was established in 1972 after the Stockholm Conference.
The UN Charter has 111 articles plus a Preamble.
The UN International Drug Control Programme (now part of UNODC) is based in Vienna, Austria.
Only the P5 — China, UK, USA, Russia and France — have veto power.
The World Bank (IBRD) is headquartered in Washington DC, USA.
ICJ judges are elected by both the GA and the SC voting independently.
The SC submits annual reports to the General Assembly.
Substantive SC decisions require 9 affirmative votes including ALL 5 permanent members (no veto).
The Secretariat is organized into Departments and Offices headed by the Secretary-General.
The USSR used 'double veto' on the questions of Greece, Czechoslovakia and Spain in the early years.
Permanent members of the SC may challenge a presidential decision — Permanent members of Security Council.
SC recommendation is needed for new-member admission, suspension, expulsion and SG appointment — All the above.
ECOSOC has 54 members, elected by the General Assembly for 3-year terms.
ECOSOC originally had 18 members until expanded to 27 in 1965 and to 54 in 1973.
Each ECOSOC member has 1 vote — One.
ECOSOC undertakes studies and reports on economic, social and related matters — Economic and Social Council.
ECOSOC has 5 Regional Commissions: ECA, ECE, ECLAC, ESCAP and ESCWA.
All four — ECE, ESCAP, ECA, ECLAC (plus ESCWA) — are ECOSOC Regional Commissions — All the above.
UNCTAD was established in 1964.
UNEP is a UN Programme.
IBRD (World Bank) is a UN specialized agency.
The World Bank Group includes IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA and ICSID.
The IMF (and IBRD/World Bank) were established at the 1944 Bretton Woods Conference.
Each Trusteeship Council member has 1 vote — One.
Micronesia (Pacific Islands) was an original strategic trust territory administered by the USA.
The Security Council exercises trusteeship functions for strategic areas.
The UN took over administration of Namibia (then South-West Africa) from South Africa, leading to independence in 1990.
IFC, part of the World Bank Group, is headquartered in Washington DC — Washington D.C..
Namibia gained independence on 21 March 1990.
The first restructured substantive ECOSOC session ran 27 April – 30 July 1992.
Eleven trust territories were placed under the system, all of which have since become independent — 11.
Article 75 establishes the International Trusteeship System.
The International Labour Organization (ILO), founded 1919, was the first specialized agency of the UN.
UNFPA works on reproductive health, gender equality and environmental factors affecting population — All the above.
The Trusteeship Council comprises the 5 permanent SC members (USA, UK, France, China, Russia) — All the above.
UN Peacekeeping Forces won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1988.
The ILO was founded in 1919 under the Treaty of Versailles.
The Secretary-General serves a 5-year renewable term — 5 years.
ILO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
In 1946 ILO became the first specialized agency of the UN.
The UN supervised Namibia's pre-independence elections through UNTAG — United Nations.
The annual World Health Report is published by the WHO.
The annual World Development Report is issued by the World Bank.
DPADM is part of UN DESA (Department of Economic and Social Affairs) — UNO.
The International Civil Service Advisory Board was established by the General Assembly in 1948.
The ICSC Statute was adopted in December 1974.
10 'states of chief industrial importance' hold permanent seats on the ILO Governing Body.
All listed countries are permanent ILO Governing Body members — All the above.
Kofi Annan and the UN jointly won the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize.
17 member countries are elected to the ILO Governing Body every three years.
The IMO began operating in 1959 (convention adopted 1948, in force 1958).
The World Bank publishes the annual World Development Report.
The IMO covers shipping safety, maritime security and prevention of marine pollution — All the above.
The Second World Conference on Human Rights was held in Vienna in 1993.
USA holds the largest IMF quota; Germany has historically been one of the largest contributors — USA and Germany.
The International Law Commission has 34 members — 54.
The IMF Executive Board has 24 executive directors.
IMF HQ is in Washington DC, USA.
By convention, the World Bank President is traditionally a US national.
Members of the ILC are elected by the General Assembly.
All listed objectives are core IMF purposes — All the above.
ITU was established in 1865 — making it one of the oldest international organizations.
The ITU became a UN specialized agency in 1947.
ITU HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
Russia inherited the USSR's permanent SC seat in December 1991 after the Soviet Union's dissolution.
The UNESCO Constitution was signed in London on 16 November 1945.
37 countries signed the UNESCO constitution at its founding.
UNIDO became a specialized UN agency in 1985.
UNESCO promotes peace through education, science, culture, communication and human rights — All the above.
The ICC prosecutes genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and aggression — All the above.
The UNDP Executive Board has 36 members.
UNESCO is headquartered in Paris, France.
UNESCO has science cooperation offices in Cairo, Jakarta, Nairobi, New Delhi, Montevideo and Venice — All of the above.
The UNESCO Executive Board has 58 member countries.
UNESCO's cultural mission covers all of these — World Heritage, intangible heritage and cultural development — All the above.
The International Bureau of Education (IBE) is part of UNESCO, based in Geneva.
UNIDO was established in 1966.
UNIDO promotes inclusive and sustainable industrial development in developing countries — All the above.
UNIDO is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.
UPU was established in 1874.
UPU HQ is in Bern, Switzerland.
WHO came into force on 7 April 1948 — celebrated as World Health Day.
WHO covers all these areas plus global health emergency response — All the above.
WHO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
The International Committee of the Red Cross has won the Nobel Peace Prize three times (1917, 1944, 1963).
PAHO HQ is in Washington D.C., U.S.A.
WIPO became a UN specialized agency in 1974.
The UN system comprises about 28 organizations (specialized agencies, programmes, funds and related).
WIPO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
WIPO operates in all 6 official UN languages — All the above.
WMO became a UN specialized agency in 1951 (the original answer key gives 1956 — alternative cited).
The IAEA Statute was approved by the UN on 26 October 1956.
UNICEF — United Nations Children's Fund — is the UN agency for children's welfare.
IAEA HQ is in Vienna, Austria.
The WTO came into force on 1 January 1995, replacing GATT.
The UDHR was adopted on 10 December 1948 in Paris — celebrated as Human Rights Day.
The CTBT prohibits both nuclear weapon test explosions and any other nuclear explosions worldwide.
When was 'The United Nations Declaration' signed?
The UN Declaration was signed on 1 January 1942 by 26 nations during WWII, pledging to fight the Axis powers.
When was the United Nations officially set up?
The UN was established on 24 October 1945 after ratification of its Charter — celebrated annually as UN Day.
Who signed the 'United Nations Declaration'?
The UN Declaration of 1942 was signed by Roosevelt (USA), Churchill (UK), Litvinov (USSR), T. V. Soong (China) and others.
How many states signed the 'United Nations Declaration' on 1 January 1942?
26 nations signed the UN Declaration on 1 January 1942 (note: the original CSS-style answer key gives 24; modern sources say 26).
Who presided at the San Francisco Conference which became the main thrust to build UNO?
Lord Halifax presided at the San Francisco Conference (1945) where the UN Charter was drafted.
The World Economic Outlook Report is issued annually by:
The World Economic Outlook is the IMF's flagship publication, issued annually (with updates).
Currently how many states have observer status in the UN?
Two non-member observer states: the Holy See (Vatican City) and the State of Palestine.
Which reason is indicated for the birth of the UN in the Preamble of the UN Charter?
The Preamble cites the experience of a devastating war (WWII) as the principal motivation for the UN.
The term 'United Nations' was coined by:
US President Franklin D. Roosevelt coined the term 'United Nations' in 1942.
With the addition of South Sudan on 13 July 2011, the United Nations now has how many member states?
South Sudan brought UN membership to 193, the current total.
United Nations headquarters is situated in:
The UN HQ is in New York, USA. Other UN offices are at Geneva, Vienna and Nairobi.
The USA is the largest contributor to the UN regular budget. Which is the second largest contributor?
Historically Japan was the second-largest contributor (now overtaken by China in some periods).
How many representatives to the General Assembly does each participating country have?
Each UN member state may send up to 5 representatives to the General Assembly but has only 1 vote.
Which UN agency looks after the welfare of workers?
The International Labour Organization (ILO), founded in 1919, looks after workers' welfare.
Who was the first Secretary-General of the United Nations?
Trygve Lie of Norway was the first UN Secretary-General (1946-1952).
Name the only Secretary-General of the United Nations who resigned from his post:
Trygve Lie is the only UN Secretary-General to have resigned (in 1952).
Ban Ki-moon was the second Asian Secretary-General. Who was the first Asian Secretary-General?
U Thant of Myanmar (then Burma) was the first Asian UN Secretary-General (1961-1971).
Official languages of the UN are:
The 6 UN official languages are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian and Spanish.
Arabic was added to UN official languages in which year?
Arabic was added to the UN's official languages in 1973.
How many official languages are there in the UN?
There are 6 official languages: Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish.
Which two languages are used by the UN Secretariat as working languages?
The UN Secretariat uses English and French as its two working languages.
Who addressed the UN in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic and Chinese in 1995?
Pope John Paul II addressed the UN in all 6 official languages in October 1995.
On 15 March 2006 the UN General Assembly voted to replace the UN Commission on Human Rights with:
The UN Human Rights Council (HRC) replaced the older Commission on Human Rights in 2006.
Members of the UN Human Rights Council are elected for a term of:
HRC members are elected by the General Assembly for 3-year terms.
The presidency of the UN Security Council rotates alphabetically every:
The SC presidency rotates monthly in English alphabetical order of members.
The first UN peacekeeping mission (1948) is concerned with which conflict?
UNTSO (UN Truce Supervision Organization), 1948, was the first UN peacekeeping mission — for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Besides UNTSO, which two other UN peacekeeping missions are currently ongoing in the Middle East?
UNIFIL (Lebanon) and UNDOF (Golan Heights, Syria) are the other ongoing Middle-East UN missions.
As of 2009, which continent hosted the majority of ongoing UN peacekeeping missions?
Africa hosted most ongoing UN peacekeeping missions as of 2009.
Which of the following is NOT a permanent member of the Security Council?
The P5 are China, France, Russia, UK and USA. Germany is not a permanent member.
Which US President gave the United Nations its name?
Franklin D. Roosevelt coined the name 'United Nations' in 1942.
Where is the United Nations Building located?
The UN headquarters building is in New York City, USA.
Which UN organization is called the 'World Bank'?
The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) is commonly known as the World Bank.
How many countries were the original members of the United Nations when it was first established?
The UN had 51 original members in 1945.
Which institution of the UN is described as a 'parliament of nations' meeting to consider pressing problems?
The General Assembly, where all 193 members are represented, is often called the parliament of nations.
Which institution carries out the day-to-day running of the UN?
The UN Secretariat (led by the Secretary-General) carries out day-to-day administration.
The Security Council has 15 members, 5 of whom are permanent. Which of the following is NOT a permanent member?
The P5 are China, France, UK, USA and Russia. Germany is NOT a permanent member.
UNESCO stands for:
UNESCO = United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization, HQ Paris.
Which UN agency protects children's rights and improves the health and education of young people?
UNICEF (UN Children's Fund), founded 1946, looks after children's rights and welfare.
In countries where there has been a war, UN soldiers sent to prevent violence are called:
UN soldiers deployed to monitor ceasefires are called UN Peacekeeping Troops.
Who became the Secretary-General of the UN on 1 January 1997?
Kofi Annan of Ghana became UN Secretary-General on 1 January 1997 (served 1997-2006).
What is the name of the document setting out the main aims of the UN?
The founding document of the UN is the United Nations Charter (signed 26 June 1945).
Which is the recently created UN institution as part of the Human Rights machinery?
The UN Human Rights Council (HRC) was created in 2006 as the most recent UN human-rights body.
The Security Council consists of 15 seats. Which country does NOT have a permanent seat?
India does not have a permanent seat. The P5 are China, France, Russia, UK and USA.
Which UN organization provides facilities for arbitration of disputes between governments and foreign investors?
ICSID — International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes — handles investment arbitration. Part of the World Bank Group.
Which of these countries was NOT an original member of the UN?
Italy was not among the 51 original UN members in 1945 (it joined in 1955).
Which of these countries was an original member in 1945?
Iraq was one of the 51 original UN members in 1945.
In which city was the United Nations created?
The UN Charter was drafted and signed at the San Francisco Conference (April-June 1945).
Who inspired the creation of the United Nations?
Franklin D. Roosevelt was the chief inspirer of the UN — he coined its name in 1942.
What does the UN Charter call for?
The Preamble pledges 'to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war'.
Which five nations argued they deserve greater say in the Security Council?
The G4 (Brazil, Germany, India, Japan) + Nigeria have pushed for permanent UNSC seats.
In which two years has the UN sanctioned full-scale wars?
Korean War 1950 and Gulf War 1991 — the two UN-sanctioned full-scale wars.
In which four world areas was the UN undertaking peacekeeping operations in 2009?
In 2009 UN peacekeeping operations were in Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.
Which of the following is NOT one of the main 'organs' of the United Nations?
There are 6 principal organs of the UN. 'Humanitarian Affairs Council' is not one of them.
Which of the following is a specialized agency of the United Nations?
WHO is a specialized agency of the UN; the Red Cross is an independent humanitarian movement.
On what date is United Nations Day observed?
UN Day is observed on 24 October, the date the UN Charter entered into force in 1945.
Where is the head office of the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)?
UNHCR is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (founded 1950).
UNAIDS stands for:
UNAIDS is the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS.
Where does the International Court of Justice sit?
The ICJ — principal judicial organ of the UN — sits at the Peace Palace in The Hague.
How many representatives does each country have to the International Labour Organization (ILO)?
Each ILO member country sends 4 representatives — 2 government, 1 employer, 1 worker (tripartite structure).
Which 'technical organization' coordinates postal policies with its members?
The Universal Postal Union (UPU, est. 1874) coordinates international postal services. HQ: Bern, Switzerland.
Which UN specialized organization facilitates sharing of weather and climate information?
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) facilitates global weather and climate information sharing. HQ: Geneva.
Where is the UN International Crime and Justice Research Institute located?
UNICRI is located in Turin, Italy.
Which are the autonomous institutions for training and research within the UN?
UNITAR, UNIDIR, UNRISD, UN-INSTRAW, UN University and UPEACE are all UN training/research institutions.
What international organization promotes peaceful use of nuclear energy?
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) promotes peaceful use of nuclear energy. HQ: Vienna.
Where is the headquarters of the UN Environmental Program (UNEP)?
UNEP is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya — the only major UN agency HQ in Africa.
Where is the World Health Organization based?
WHO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland (founded 7 April 1948).
What is the full form of IAEA?
IAEA = International Atomic Energy Agency, HQ Vienna.
IFAD stands for:
IFAD = International Fund for Agricultural Development, HQ Rome (founded 1977).
ICAO stands for:
ICAO = International Civil Aviation Organization, HQ Montreal, Canada (1944).
What is the foremost important purpose of the UN?
The UN's foremost purpose, per Article 1 of the Charter, is to maintain international peace and security.
When the San Francisco Conference adopted the UN Charter, how many nations signed it?
50 nations signed the UN Charter at the San Francisco Conference on 26 June 1945. Poland signed later, making 51 originals.
Amendment to Article 23 of the UN Charter enlarged the membership of the:
The 1963 amendment to Article 23 enlarged the Security Council from 11 to 15 members.
Where is the International Criminal Court (ICC) located?
The ICC is located in The Hague, Netherlands. (Note: the ICC is separate from the UN.)
Which Act was created by the Indian Parliament on the subject of the UN?
The United Nations (Privileges & Immunities) Act, 1947 implements the UN's immunities in India.
In which article of the UN Charter are the purposes of the UN enshrined?
Article 1 of the UN Charter sets out the purposes of the UN.
Which part of the UN Charter contains the phrase 'to save the succeeding generations from the scourge of war'?
This famous phrase appears in the Preamble of the UN Charter.
What is the second purpose of the UN Charter?
Per Article 1(2), the second purpose is to develop friendly relations among nations based on equal rights and self-determination.
Which Article of the UN Charter deals with international economic and social co-operation?
Article 55 sets out the UN's commitments to international economic and social co-operation.
What are the principal organs of the UN?
The six principal organs of the UN are GA, SC, ECOSOC, Trusteeship Council, ICJ and the Secretariat.
What is the status of the UN?
The UN is a democratic international organization based on sovereign equality of its members.
On what basis are important matters of the UN decided?
Important matters are decided by majority vote (two-thirds majority in the General Assembly for major issues).
Which organ of the UN decides all important matters of peace and security?
The Security Council has primary responsibility for peace and security and decides those matters.
When the General Assembly decides important matters, what majority is required?
A two-thirds majority of members present and voting is required for important General Assembly decisions.
What is the primary responsibility of the Security Council?
Per Article 24, the SC has the primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security.
In the UN, who is empowered to use armed forces for maintenance of peace and security?
Under Chapter VII of the Charter, the Security Council may authorize use of armed force.
Who is bound to provide armed forces to the UN?
Per Article 43, all member states and especially SC members are obliged to make armed forces available to the UN.
Which is the principal judicial organ of the UN?
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the UN. HQ: The Hague.
When was the International Criminal Court (ICC) established by treaty?
The Rome Statute establishing the ICC was negotiated between 15 June and 17 July 1998 (commonly cited 18 June – 19 August 1998).
Where is the headquarters of the World Meteorological Organization?
WMO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
According to the UN Charter, how many types of members are there?
Two types: Original members and States admitted afterwards under Article 4.
What are the types of membership category defined by the Charter of the UN?
The Charter recognises original members (1945) and members admitted under Article 4.
Which UN body decides if a state is peace-loving and willing to carry out UN Charter obligations?
Admission requires recommendation by the SC and approval by the GA.
Which article of the UN Charter mentions expulsion of a member from the UN?
Article 6 allows the GA to expel a member that has persistently violated the principles of the Charter, on the SC's recommendation.
On whose recommendation does the UN General Assembly decide suspension of a state from membership?
Suspension under Article 5 occurs on the recommendation of the Security Council.
What majority is required when the General Assembly decides suspension of a state from UN membership?
A two-thirds majority of members present and voting is required.
In the UN General Assembly, how many representatives can come from a member state?
Each member can send up to 5 representatives but has only 1 vote.
How many votes can be exercised by a member state in the General Assembly?
Each member state has 1 vote in the General Assembly — irrespective of size, wealth or contribution.
What majority is required for member states when taking decisions on important issues?
Important questions in the General Assembly require a two-thirds majority.
Which UN body draws the Security Council's attention to situations endangering international peace?
The General Assembly may draw the Security Council's attention to international situations under Article 11.
Which Article provides that the GA shall initiate studies promoting international co-operation?
Article 13 empowers the GA to initiate studies and recommendations for international co-operation.
Which of the following has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
The ILO was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1969 on its 50th anniversary.
On whose internal affairs shall the UN General Assembly not pass any resolution?
Article 2(7) of the Charter prohibits the UN from intervening in matters essentially within a state's domestic jurisdiction.
Which organs are subordinate to the UN?
Both ECOSOC and the Trusteeship Council are subsidiary organs of the UN system.
Which organ of the UN approves the UN budget?
The General Assembly approves the UN regular budget under Article 17.
Which Article provides that the General Assembly shall consider and approve the budget borne by the members?
Article 17 vests budgetary authority in the General Assembly.
In which year did the UN pass a resolution establishing the International Law Commission?
The General Assembly created the International Law Commission in 1948 to codify international law.
In which year was the UN Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) established?
UNITAR was established in 1965 by the General Assembly.
Which UN institution decided that UN administrative tribunal rulings shall be binding on member states?
An ICJ advisory opinion held UN Administrative Tribunal rulings binding.
In which year did the UN establish the UN Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)?
UNCTAD was established in 1964 as a permanent intergovernmental body.
When did the UN General Assembly pass the 'Uniting for Peace Resolution'?
The Uniting for Peace Resolution (377(V)) was passed on 3 November 1950 (commonly cited 4 Nov).
When can a special emergency session of the General Assembly be called?
An emergency session can be requested by 9 SC members or by a majority of GA members.
Which UN body may consider the matter if the Security Council fails to prevent aggression or breach of peace?
Per the Uniting for Peace resolution, the GA may consider it if the SC is unable to act due to veto.
How many members does the UN Collective Measures Committee have for examining peace and security matters?
The Collective Measures Committee was established with 15 members.
Which UN member country challenged and criticized the 'UN Resolution Uniting for Peace'?
The USSR strongly criticised the Uniting for Peace resolution as bypassing its Security Council veto.
Who appoints the Secretary-General of the UN?
The SG is appointed by the GA upon recommendation of the SC (subject to P5 veto).
Under which Article of the UN Charter is the Secretary-General appointed?
Article 97 governs the appointment of the Secretary-General.
Where is the headquarters of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD)?
IFAD HQ is in Rome, Italy (alongside FAO).
What majority is required when the General Assembly deprives a member state for non-payment of financial contribution?
A two-thirds majority is required to deprive a member of its vote under Article 19.
Who elects ten non-permanent members of the Security Council?
The 10 non-permanent SC members are elected by the General Assembly for 2-year terms.
Under which Article of the UN Charter are the expenses of the Organization borne by members?
Article 17(2) states expenses are borne by the members as apportioned by the General Assembly.
Who elects the 54 members of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?
ECOSOC's 54 members are elected by the General Assembly for 3-year terms.
When was the UN International Drug Control Programme established?
UNDCP was established in 1991/1993 (commonly cited 1993).
In which Conference was it finally decided to establish a Security Council?
The Security Council was established at the San Francisco Conference (April-June 1945).
How many members are there in the Security Council?
The Security Council has 15 members — 5 permanent + 10 non-permanent.
How many permanent members exist in the Security Council?
There are 5 permanent members of the SC (the P5).
How many members are non-permanent in the Security Council?
10 non-permanent members are elected by the GA for 2-year terms.
Who are the permanent members of the Security Council?
The P5: China, Britain (UK), America (USA), Russia and France.
On what date did the Security Council come into existence?
The Security Council came into existence on 12 January 1946 — alongside the first General Assembly meeting.
On 12 January 1946, the UN General Assembly elected how many non-permanent members of the Security Council?
Originally 6 non-permanent members were elected. The number was raised to 10 in 1965.
On what date did the General Assembly amend Article 23 to extend the Security Council to 15 members?
The amendment was adopted on 17 December 1963 (came into force 31 August 1965).
For what period are the ten non-permanent members elected by the General Assembly?
Non-permanent SC members are elected for 2-year terms.
Which type of members in the Security Council have veto power?
Only the 5 permanent members (P5) have veto power.
When is 'veto not considered as action of a permanent member'?
If a P5 member is absent or abstains, it is not treated as a veto (the 'Yalta formula').
What are the functions and powers of the Security Council?
The SC has maintenance, elective, supervisory and constituent functions.
When was the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) established?
UNICEF was established on 11 December 1946 (sometimes cited 1947).
Where is the headquarters of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO)?
ICAO is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
What is the function of the UN Population Fund (UNFPA) for developing nations?
UNFPA covers reproductive health, gender equality and population policy.
When was the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) established?
UNEP was established in 1972 after the Stockholm Conference. HQ: Nairobi.
The Charter of the United Nations consists of:
The UN Charter has 111 articles plus a Preamble.
Where is the UN International Drug Control Programme headquartered?
The UN International Drug Control Programme (now part of UNODC) is based in Vienna, Austria.
Which members in the Security Council are conferred the veto power?
Only the P5 — China, UK, USA, Russia and France — have veto power.
Where is the headquarters of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (World Bank)?
The World Bank (IBRD) is headquartered in Washington D.C., USA.
Which UN organ separately elects the judges of the International Court of Justice?
ICJ judges are elected by both the GA and the SC voting independently.
To which UN organ does the Security Council send its annual report?
The SC submits annual reports to the General Assembly.
How many permanent members must give affirmative votes on important Security Council decisions?
Substantive SC decisions require 9 affirmative votes including ALL 5 permanent members (no veto).
The United Nations Secretariat consists of:
The Secretariat is organized into Departments and Offices headed by the Secretary-General.
Which permanent member used double veto on the question of Greece, Czechoslovakia and Spain?
The USSR used 'double veto' on the questions of Greece, Czechoslovakia and Spain in the early years.
Who can challenge the decision of the President of the Security Council?
Permanent members of the SC may challenge a presidential decision.
In which subject is the Security Council's recommendation necessary for a General Assembly decision?
SC recommendation is needed for new-member admission, suspension, expulsion and SG appointment.
What is the present strength of members in the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?
ECOSOC has 54 members, elected by the General Assembly for 3-year terms.
Before 31 August 1965, how many members were in the Economic and Social Council?
ECOSOC originally had 18 members until expanded to 27 in 1965 and to 54 in 1973.
How many votes are entitled for members of the UN Economic and Social Council?
Each ECOSOC member has 1 vote.
Which UN organization may initiate studies and forward reports on economic/social matters to the General Assembly?
ECOSOC undertakes studies and reports on economic, social and related matters.
How many Regional Commissions are established by the UN Economic and Social Council?
ECOSOC has 5 Regional Commissions: ECA, ECE, ECLAC, ESCAP and ESCWA.
Which are the regional Commissions of the UN Economic and Social Council?
All four — ECE, ESCAP, ECA, ECLAC (plus ESCWA) — are ECOSOC Regional Commissions.
In which year did the UN establish UNCTAD?
UNCTAD was established in 1964.
Which of the following is a UN Programme and NOT a specialized agency?
UNEP is a UN Programme. UNESCO, WHO and ILO are specialized agencies.
Which of the following is a UN specialized agency and NOT a programme?
IBRD (World Bank) is a UN specialized agency. UNDP, UNIFEM and UNFPA are UN programmes/funds.
Which of the following is part of the World Bank Group of five institutions?
The World Bank Group includes IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA and ICSID. IDA is part of it.
Which of the following was established at the Bretton Woods Conference in 1944?
The IMF (and IBRD/World Bank) were established at the 1944 Bretton Woods Conference.
How many votes does each member of the Trusteeship Council possess?
Each Trusteeship Council member has 1 vote.
Which is the original trust territory under the Trusteeship System?
Micronesia (Pacific Islands) was an original strategic trust territory administered by the USA.
Which UN body shall exercise all functions relating to strategic areas?
The Security Council exercises trusteeship functions for strategic areas.
In which country's independence did the UN General Assembly take initiative from South Africa?
The UN took over administration of Namibia (then South-West Africa) from South Africa, leading to independence in 1990.
Where is the headquarters of the International Finance Corporation (IFC)?
IFC, part of the World Bank Group, is headquartered in Washington D.C.
When did Namibia become an independent country after UN efforts?
Namibia gained independence on 21 March 1990.
When was the first restructured substantive session of the Economic and Social Council held?
The first restructured substantive ECOSOC session ran 27 April – 30 July 1992.
In the UN, how many territories were placed under the Trusteeship System?
Eleven trust territories were placed under the system, all of which have since become independent.
Which Article of the UN Charter established the International Trusteeship System?
Article 75 establishes the International Trusteeship System.
Which is the first specialized agency of the UN?
The International Labour Organization (ILO), founded 1919, was the first specialized agency of the UN.
What are the main areas of work by the UN Population Fund (UNFPA)?
UNFPA works on reproductive health, gender equality and environmental factors affecting population.
Who are the members of the Trusteeship Council?
The Trusteeship Council comprises the 5 permanent SC members (USA, UK, France, China, Russia).
When were UN Peacekeeping Forces awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
UN Peacekeeping Forces won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1988.
When was the International Labour Organization (ILO) established?
The ILO was founded in 1919 under the Treaty of Versailles.
What is the term of the Secretary-General of the UN?
The Secretary-General serves a 5-year renewable term.
Where is the head office of the International Labour Organization?
ILO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
When was the ILO brought into relationship with the UN through a special agreement?
In 1946 ILO became the first specialized agency of the UN.
Which body supervised the entire election process leading to Namibia's independence?
The UN supervised Namibia's pre-independence elections through UNTAG.
The World Health Report is issued annually by:
The annual World Health Report is published by the WHO.
The World Development Report is issued annually by:
The annual World Development Report is issued by the World Bank.
The Division for Public Administration and Development Management is related with:
DPADM is part of UN DESA (Department of Economic and Social Affairs).
In which year was the International Civil Service Advisory Board established for the UN?
The International Civil Service Advisory Board was established by the General Assembly in 1948.
When did the General Assembly adopt the statute of the International Civil Service Commission?
The ICSC Statute was adopted in December 1974.
How many countries of industrial importance hold permanent seats on the ILO governing body?
10 'states of chief industrial importance' hold permanent seats on the ILO Governing Body.
Which countries hold permanent seats on the governing body of the ILO?
All listed countries are permanent ILO Governing Body members.
Which UN Secretary-General was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize?
Kofi Annan and the UN jointly won the 2001 Nobel Peace Prize. Dag Hammarskjöld also won posthumously in 1961.
How many member countries are elected after every three years in the ILO?
17 member countries are elected to the ILO Governing Body every three years.
In which year did the UN establish the International Maritime Organization (IMO)?
The IMO began operating in 1959 (convention adopted 1948, in force 1958).
Which of the following reports is published every year by the World Bank?
The World Bank publishes the annual World Development Report.
What are the main functions of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)?
The IMO covers shipping safety, maritime security and prevention of marine pollution.
The Second World Conference on Human Rights was held in:
The Second World Conference on Human Rights was held in Vienna in 1993.
Which countries have the largest quotas of capital resources in the IMF?
USA holds the largest IMF quota; Germany has historically been one of the largest contributors.
How many members are in the International Law Commission?
The International Law Commission has 34 members. (Note: original source gives 54.)
How many executive directors are on the Board of Governors of the IMF?
The IMF Executive Board has 24 executive directors.
Where is the headquarters of the International Monetary Fund?
IMF HQ is in Washington D.C., USA.
Which nation has eligibility (by convention) to nominate the President of the World Bank?
By convention, the World Bank President is traditionally a US national.
The members of the International Law Commission are elected by:
Members of the ILC are elected by the General Assembly.
What are the aims of the International Monetary Fund?
All listed objectives are core IMF purposes.
When was the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) established?
ITU was established in 1865 — making it one of the oldest international organizations.
When did the ITU become a Specialized Agency of the UN?
The ITU became a UN specialized agency in 1947.
Where is the headquarters of the International Telecommunications Union?
ITU HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
When did the Russian Federation take over the USSR's seat as permanent member of the Security Council?
Russia inherited the USSR's permanent SC seat in December 1991 after the Soviet Union's dissolution.
When was the UNESCO constitution signed in London?
The UNESCO Constitution was signed in London on 16 November 1945.
How many countries were in UNESCO when its constitution was signed on 16 November 1945?
37 countries signed the UNESCO constitution at its founding.
Established by the GA in 1966, UNIDO became a UN Specialized Agency in:
UNIDO became a specialized UN agency in 1985.
How do UNESCO's primary objectives contribute to peace and security?
UNESCO promotes peace through education, science, culture, communication and human rights.
On which subjects can individuals be accused by the International Criminal Court?
The ICC prosecutes genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and aggression.
How many members are in the Executive Board which governs the UN Development Programme (UNDP)?
The UNDP Executive Board has 36 members.
Where is the headquarters of UNESCO?
UNESCO is headquartered in Paris, France.
In which countries has the UNESCO Science Cooperation Office been set up?
UNESCO has science cooperation offices in Cairo, Jakarta, Nairobi, New Delhi, Montevideo and Venice.
How many member countries are there on the Executive Board of UNESCO?
The UNESCO Executive Board has 58 member countries.
What are UNESCO's focus areas in the cultural field?
UNESCO's cultural mission covers all of these — World Heritage, intangible heritage and cultural development.
Whose part is the International Bureau of Education?
The International Bureau of Education (IBE) is part of UNESCO, based in Geneva.
When did the UN General Assembly establish the UN Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)?
UNIDO was established in 1966.
What are the aims of the UN Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO)?
UNIDO promotes inclusive and sustainable industrial development in developing countries.
Where is the headquarters of UNIDO?
UNIDO is headquartered in Vienna, Austria.
When was the Universal Postal Union (UPU) established?
UPU was established in 1874.
Where is the headquarters of the Universal Postal Union?
UPU HQ is in Bern, Switzerland.
When did the World Health Organization (WHO) come into force?
WHO came into force on 7 April 1948 — celebrated as World Health Day.
What are the functions of the World Health Organization (WHO)?
WHO covers all these areas plus global health emergency response.
Where is the headquarters of the World Health Organization?
WHO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
Which of the following was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize three times?
The International Committee of the Red Cross has won the Nobel Peace Prize three times (1917, 1944, 1963).
Where is the headquarters of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)?
PAHO HQ is in Washington D.C., USA. It serves as WHO's Regional Office for the Americas.
In which year did WIPO become a UN Specialized Agency?
WIPO became a UN specialized agency in 1974.
How many organizations are under the UN system?
The UN system comprises about 28 organizations (specialized agencies, programmes, funds and related).
Where is the headquarters of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)?
WIPO HQ is in Geneva, Switzerland.
What is the official language of the World Intellectual Property Organization?
WIPO operates in all 6 official UN languages.
In which year was the World Meteorological Organization recognized as a specialized agency of the UN?
WMO became a UN specialized agency in 1951 (the original answer key gives 1956 — alternative cited).
When was the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) statute approved by the UN?
The IAEA Statute was approved by the UN on 26 October 1956.
Which is the UN agency associated with children's work?
UNICEF — United Nations Children's Fund — is the UN agency for children's welfare.
Where is the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency?
IAEA HQ is in Vienna, Austria.
When did the World Trade Organization (WTO) come into force?
The WTO came into force on 1 January 1995, replacing GATT.
When did the UN General Assembly adopt the Universal Declaration of Human Rights?
The UDHR was adopted on 10 December 1948 in Paris — celebrated as Human Rights Day.
What does the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) prohibit?
The CTBT prohibits both nuclear weapon test explosions and any other nuclear explosions worldwide.
United Nations & Organizations — Complete Reference
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UN Quick Facts — Exam Revision
| UN Founded | 24 October 1945 (UN Day) |
| UN Declaration Signed | 1 January 1942 — 26 nations |
| San Francisco Conference | 1945 — UN Charter drafted |
| Original UN Members | 51 countries |
| Current Members | 193 (South Sudan joined 13 July 2011) |
| UN HQ | New York, USA |
| UN Charter | 111 articles |
| ‘United Nations’ coined by | Franklin D. Roosevelt |
| First Secretary-General | Trygve Lie (Norway) — also only SG to resign |
| First Asian SG | U Thant (Myanmar) |
| UN Official Languages | 6 — Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish |
| UN Working Languages | 2 — English & French (Secretariat) |
| Arabic added in | 1973 |
| UN Peacekeeping Nobel | 1988 |
| Security Council | 15 members (5 permanent + 10 non-permanent) |
| P5 (veto power) | China, France, Russia, UK, USA |
| Non-permanent term | 2 years; SC presidency rotates monthly |
| ICJ Location | The Hague, Netherlands |
| WHO / WTO | Geneva — 7 April 1948 / 1 January 1995 |
| Universal Declaration of Human Rights | 10 December 1948 |
Principal Organs of the UN
| Organ | Purpose | Location / Key Fact |
|---|---|---|
| General Assembly | Deliberative body — all 193 members, 1 vote each | New York |
| Security Council | Maintain international peace & security — 15 members (P5) | New York |
| Secretariat | Day-to-day administration — headed by Secretary-General | New York |
| ICJ | Principal judicial organ — 15 judges | The Hague, Netherlands |
| ECOSOC | Economic, social, cultural co-ordination — 54 members | New York |
| Trusteeship Council | Supervised trust territories | Suspended since 1994 |
Specialized Agencies — HQ & Year
| Agency | HQ | Founded |
|---|---|---|
| ILO — International Labour Organization | Geneva | 1919 (first specialized agency) |
| FAO — Food & Agriculture Organization | Rome | 1945 |
| UNESCO | Paris | 16 Nov 1945 |
| WHO | Geneva | 7 April 1948 |
| IBRD / World Bank | Washington D.C. | 1944 (Bretton Woods) |
| IMF | Washington D.C. | 1944 (Bretton Woods) |
| ICAO | Montreal, Canada | 1944 |
| IMO | London, UK | 1959 |
| ITU | Geneva | 1865 (UN agency 1947) |
| UPU | Bern, Switzerland | 1874 |
| WMO | Geneva | UN agency 1956 |
| WIPO | Geneva | UN agency 1974 |
| IFAD | Rome | 1977 |
| UNIDO | Vienna, Austria | 1966 (UN agency 1985) |
| IAEA | Vienna, Austria | Statute approved 26 Oct 1956 |
| WTO | Geneva | 1 January 1995 |
| UNICEF | New York | 1947 |
| UNHCR | Geneva | 1950 |
For authoritative reading, see the official United Nations website and Wikipedia’s United Nations overview.
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