World Organisations - Study Mode
[#106] Which of the following is not an agency of UN?
Correct Answer
(C) International Committee of the Red Cross
Explanation
Solution: International Committee of the Red Cross is not an agency of UN.
[#107] G-15 is a group of -
Correct Answer
(A) developing countries
Explanation
Solution: The G-15, a group of 17 developing countries from Asia, Africa and Latin America, was set up to foster cooperation and provide input for other international groups, such as the World Trade Organization and the Group of Seven rich industrialized nations.
The G-15 focuses on cooperation among developing countries in the areas of investment, trade, and technology. The membership of the G-15 has expanded to 18 countries, but the name has remained unchanged.
[#108] The Indian Red Cross Society was established in the year -
Correct Answer
(B) 1920
Explanation
Solution: Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) was established in 1920 under the Indian Red Cross Society Act. The act was last amended in 1992 and of rules were formed in 1994.
[#109] SAARC was founded in -
Correct Answer
(C) Dhaka
Explanation
Solution: SAARC was founded in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
[#110] Which organ of United Nations has ceased to be operational?
Correct Answer
(A) Trusteeship Council
Explanation
Solution: The Trusteeship Council suspended its operations on 1 November 1994, a month after the independence of Palau, the last remaining United Nations trust territory.