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[#281] The main objectives of the UN are
Correct Answer

(D) All of the above

Explanation

Solution: The main objectives of the UN are to maintain peace and security in the world, to develop friendly relations among nations and to work together to remove poverty, disease and illiteracy and encourage respect for each other's rights of basic freedom.

[#282] The headquarter of ESCAP (Economic and Social Commission for Asia) are situated at
Correct Answer

(A) Bangkok

Explanation

Solution: The headquarter of ESCAP (Economic and Social Commission for Asia) are situated at Bangkok. Established in 1947 with its headquarters in Bangkok, Thailand, UNESCAP serves as the highest intergovernmental regional platform to promote cooperation among member States for creating a more interconnected region working to achieve inclusive and sustainable economic and social development.

[#283] The industrial organization of Atomic Minerals Division, Heavy Water Board (HWB) is located at
Correct Answer

(C) Mumbai

Explanation

Solution: The industrial organization of Atomic Minerals Division, Heavy Water Board (HWB) is located at Mumbai. Heavy Water Board (HWB) is a constituent unit under the Department of Atomic Energy in the Government of India. The organisation is primarily responsible for production of Heavy Water (D2O) which is used as a 'moderator' and 'Coolant' in nuclear power as well as research reactors.

[#284] The Indian Air Force celebrated its Golden Jubilee in
Correct Answer

(C) 1982

Explanation

Solution: The Indian Air Force was officially established on 8th October 1932, and on 1st April 1954, Air Marshal Subroto Mukherjee, one of the founding members of the Air Force took over as the first Indian Chief of Air Staff.

[#285] The headquarter of OAU (Organization of African Unity) are at
Correct Answer

(B) Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Explanation

Solution: The headquarter of OAU (Organization of African Unity) are at Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Founded in 1963, it aims to safeguard the interests and independence of all African states, encourage the continent's development, and settle disputes among member states. Its headquarters are in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.