International Organizations (External Sector) Part-II

Total Questions: 50

41. World Social Security Report is released by which of the following? [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2023]

Correct Answer: (c) ILO
Solution:"World Social Security Report was earlier released by the ILO. At present, ILO releases 'World Social Protection Report.

About International Labour Organization (ILO);

  • It is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) dedicated to improving labourconditions and living standards throughout the world.

History:

  • It was created in 1919, as part of the Treaty of Versailles that ended World War I, to reflect the belief that universal and lasting peace can be accomplished only if it is based on social justice.
  • In 1946, the ILO became a specialized agency of the newly formed UN.
  • HQ: Geneva, Switzerland.
  • It is also a member of the United Nations Development Group (UNDP), a coalition of UN organization aimed at helping meet
    the Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Members: The ILO has 187 member states: 186 out of 193 UN member states plus the Cook Islands.
  • Structure: It is the only tripartite U.N. agency, that brings together governments, employers and workers' representatives of 187-member states.

42. To integrate cultural leaders into its meetings, which one of the following gives 'Crystal Award"? [I.A.S. (Pre) 2009]

Correct Answer: (d) World Economic Forum
Solution:Crystal Awards celebrate the achievements of leading artists and cultural figures whose leadership inspires inclusive and sustainable change. It is given annually by the World Economic Forum.
  • About: WEF is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas.
  • It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
  •  Foundation: Klaus Schwab, a German professor with a background in mechanical engineering and a Master of Public Administration from Harvard, founded WEF in 1971, originally known as the European Management Forum.
  • He introduced the concept of "stakeholder capitalism."
  • According to Schwab, "It is a form of capitalism in which companies do not only optimize short-term profits for shareholders, but seek long term value creation, by taking into account the needs of all their stakeholders, and society at large."

43. UNSC stand for: [Jharkhand P.C.S. (Pre) 2013]

Correct Answer: (b) United Nations Security Council
Solution:UNSC stands for United Nations Security Council. The UNSC is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations. It is charged with ensuring international peace and security, recommending the admission of new UN members to the General Assembly, and approving any changes to the UN Charter.

It has 5 permanent and 10 non-permanent members. The five permanent members of UNSC are: China, US, France, Russia and the United Kingdom. The remaining 10 members are elected on a regional basis to serve a term of two years.

44. How many permanent members are there in the Security Council of UNO? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2006]

Correct Answer: (b) 5
Solution:UNSC stands for United Nations Security Council. The UNSC is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations. It is charged with ensuring international peace and security, recommending the admission of new UN members to the General Assembly, and approving any changes to the UN Charter.

It has 5 permanent and 10 non-permanent members. The five permanent members of UNSC are: China, US, France, Russia and the United Kingdom. The remaining 10 members are elected on a regional basis to serve a term of two years.

45. Match the following: [U.P.P.C.S. (Pre) (Re-Exam) 2015]

List-IList-II
(A) W.T.O.1. To provide finance to correct equilibrium in balance of payments
(B) I.M.F.2. Generally to forbid the use of quantitative restrictions in trade
(C) SAARC3. Sanction of Soft Loans
(D) I.D.A.4. To promote cooperation among South Asian countries

Codes:

ABCD
(a)1234
(b)2341
(c)2143
(d)3241
Correct Answer: (c)
Solution:The correctly matched lists are as follows:
List-IList-II
(A) W.T.O.Generally to forbid the use of quantitative restrictions in trade
(B) I.M.F.To provide finance to correct equilibrium in balance of payments
(C) SAARCTo promote cooperation among South Asian countries
(D) I.D.A.Sanction of Soft Loans

46. With reference to the International Monetary and Financial Committee (IMFC), consider the following [I.A.S. (Pre) 2016]

1. IMFC discusses matters of concern affecting the global economy, and advises the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on the direction of its work.

2. The World Bank participates as observes in IMFC's meetings.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct Answer: (c) Both 1 and 2
Solution:The IMFC advises and reports to the IMF Board of Governors on the supervision and management of the international monetary and financial system, including on responses to unfolding events that may disrupt the system. The IMFC usually meets twice a year. The IMFC has 24 members.

The committee usually discusses matters of common concern affecting the global economy and also advises the IMF on the direction of its work. Although the IMFC has no formal decision-making powers, in practice, it has become a key instrument for providing strategic direction to the work and policies of the fund. A number of international institutions, including the World Bank, participate as observers in the IMFC's meetings.

47. Which of the following organizations' headquarters is correct? [U.P.U.D.A./L.D.A. (Pre) 2006]

Correct Answer: (b) WTO-Geneva
Solution:The correctly matched lists are as follows:
OrganizationsHeadquarters
UNONew York
WTOGeneva
ILOGeneva
FAORome

About Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO):

  • It is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) that leads international efforts to defeat hunger.
  • It is the oldest permanent specialized agency of the UN, established in October 1945.
  • Mandate: To improve nutrition, increase agricultural productivity, raise the standard of living in rural populations, and contribute to global economic growth.
  • The FAO coordinates the efforts of governments and technical agencies in programs for developing agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and land and water resources.

Other Functions:

  • Carries out research;
  • Provides technical assistance on projects in individual countries;
  • Operates educational programs through seminars and training centres;
  • Maintains information and support services, including keeping statistics on world production, trade, and consumption of agricultural commodities;
  • Publishes a number of periodicals, yearbooks, and research bulletins.
  • Headquarters: Rome, Italy.
  • Members: It currently has 194 Member States plus the European Union (member organization.

48. In which of the following city is the headquarter of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) situated? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2022]

Correct Answer: (d) Rome
Solution:The headquarters of Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is situated at Rome. FAO is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security.

49. How many members of UNO are there? [M.P.P.C.S. (Pre) 2006]

Correct Answer: (d) 191
Solution:Till 2005, United Nations had 191 members. At present, it has 193 member states. Montenegro became its 192nd member on 28 June, 2006. On 14 July, 2011, the UN General Assembly admitted the Republic of South Sudan as the 193rd member of the United Nations. The United Nations is an international organization founded in 1945.

Objectives of the UN:

  • To develop friendly relations among nations
  • To promote respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms
  • To achieve international cooperation in solving economic, social, cultural, and humanitarian problems
  • To serve as a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations.

50. Which one of the following is not related to United Nations? [I.A.S. (Pre) 2010]

Correct Answer: (d) Bank for International Settlements
Solution:Bank of International Settlements (BIS) is not related to the United Nations. The BIS is an international financial institution that aims to promote global monetary and financial stability through the coordination of global central banks and their monetary policy efforts.

Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency, International Finance Corporation and the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes are units of the World Bank Group, so they are related to United Nations. The World Bank Group is part of the United Nations system and has a formal relationship agreement with the UN, but retains its independence and its governance structure is different.