Q.1 When was the United Nations established?
1942
1945
1950
1955
Explanation - The United Nations was established on 24th October 1945 after the end of World War II to promote international cooperation and peace.
Correct answer is: 1945
Q.2 Which of the following is a principal organ of the United Nations?
International Monetary Fund
World Bank
Security Council
World Trade Organization
Explanation - The UN has six principal organs, including the Security Council, which is responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
Correct answer is: Security Council
Q.3 How many permanent members are there in the UN Security Council?
5
10
15
20
Explanation - The UN Security Council has 5 permanent members: USA, UK, France, Russia, and China, each with veto power.
Correct answer is: 5
Q.4 Which organ of the UN is responsible for promoting international economic and social cooperation?
Security Council
Economic and Social Council
General Assembly
International Court of Justice
Explanation - The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) coordinates the economic, social, and related work of the UN and its specialized agencies.
Correct answer is: Economic and Social Council
Q.5 Which of the following is not a specialized agency of the UN?
WHO
UNICEF
IMF
FAO
Explanation - UNICEF is a program of the UN, not a specialized agency. Specialized agencies include WHO, IMF, FAO, UNESCO, etc.
Correct answer is: UNICEF
Q.6 Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
Geneva, Switzerland
New York, USA
Vienna, Austria
Paris, France
Explanation - The UN headquarters is in New York City, USA, serving as the central hub for its international activities.
Correct answer is: New York, USA
Q.7 Which UN organ settles legal disputes between states?
General Assembly
Security Council
International Court of Justice
Trusteeship Council
Explanation - The ICJ, located in The Hague, Netherlands, settles disputes submitted by states and gives advisory opinions on legal questions referred by UN organs.
Correct answer is: International Court of Justice
Q.8 How many non-permanent members are there in the UN Security Council?
10
15
20
25
Explanation - The UN Security Council has 10 non-permanent members elected for two-year terms by the General Assembly.
Correct answer is: 10
Q.9 Which organ of the UN is considered the main deliberative body?
Security Council
General Assembly
Economic and Social Council
International Court of Justice
Explanation - The General Assembly is the main deliberative organ where all member states have equal representation and can discuss international issues.
Correct answer is: General Assembly
Q.10 Which UN organ was originally created to manage trust territories?
Trusteeship Council
Security Council
General Assembly
ECOSOC
Explanation - The Trusteeship Council was established to oversee the administration of trust territories and ensure they were governed in the best interests of their inhabitants.
Correct answer is: Trusteeship Council
Q.11 Which of the following is the primary function of the UN Secretariat?
Maintaining international peace
Administering day-to-day work of the UN
Providing loans to member countries
Promoting trade agreements
Explanation - The Secretariat, headed by the Secretary-General, handles the administrative work of the UN and implements decisions made by other organs.
Correct answer is: Administering day-to-day work of the UN
Q.12 Which UN organ has the power to impose sanctions or authorize military action?
General Assembly
Economic and Social Council
Security Council
International Court of Justice
Explanation - The Security Council can impose sanctions and authorize the use of force to maintain or restore international peace and security.
Correct answer is: Security Council
Q.13 Which UN body focuses on humanitarian aid and emergency relief?
UNICEF
UNHCR
ECOSOC
World Bank
Explanation - The UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees) provides protection, assistance, and solutions for refugees and displaced persons worldwide.
Correct answer is: UNHCR
Q.14 The UN Charter was signed in which city?
San Francisco
New York
London
Paris
Explanation - The UN Charter was signed on 26 June 1945 at the San Francisco Conference by 50 countries.
Correct answer is: San Francisco
Q.15 Which organ of the UN supervises the work of specialized agencies?
Trusteeship Council
Security Council
ECOSOC
General Assembly
Explanation - ECOSOC supervises and coordinates the work of specialized agencies like WHO, IMF, UNESCO, etc., ensuring consistency in economic and social policies.
Correct answer is: ECOSOC
Q.16 Which of the following UN programs focuses on children?
UNICEF
WHO
FAO
UNDP
Explanation - UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) focuses on child welfare, education, nutrition, and health.
Correct answer is: UNICEF
Q.17 Who is the head of the UN Secretariat?
President of the General Assembly
Chair of ECOSOC
Secretary-General
Chief of Security Council
Explanation - The Secretary-General is the chief administrative officer of the UN, providing leadership and overseeing day-to-day operations.
Correct answer is: Secretary-General
Q.18 Which UN body addresses global trade issues?
World Bank
WTO
IMF
UNCTAD
Explanation - The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) promotes trade, investment, and development opportunities for developing countries.
Correct answer is: UNCTAD
Q.19 Which UN organ consists of all member states with equal voting rights?
Security Council
General Assembly
ECOSOC
Trusteeship Council
Explanation - The General Assembly includes all 193 member states of the UN, each with one vote on resolutions and decisions.
Correct answer is: General Assembly
Q.20 Which UN organ is considered judicial in nature?
International Court of Justice
Security Council
General Assembly
ECOSOC
Explanation - The ICJ interprets international law, settles legal disputes between states, and provides advisory opinions to UN organs.
Correct answer is: International Court of Justice
Q.21 Which of the following UN agencies is responsible for health-related issues?
WHO
UNICEF
UNDP
UNESCO
Explanation - The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized UN agency that coordinates international public health efforts.
Correct answer is: WHO
Q.22 Which organ of the UN can issue binding resolutions?
General Assembly
Security Council
ECOSOC
International Court of Justice
Explanation - Only the Security Council can issue binding resolutions under the UN Charter, unlike the General Assembly whose resolutions are generally non-binding.
Correct answer is: Security Council
Q.23 Which UN agency is primarily responsible for food security and agriculture?
FAO
WHO
UNICEF
ILO
Explanation - The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) leads international efforts to defeat hunger, improve nutrition, and promote sustainable agriculture.
Correct answer is: FAO
Q.24 Which organ of the UN can recommend the admission of new member states?
Security Council
General Assembly
ECOSOC
Trusteeship Council
Explanation - The Security Council recommends new members, and the General Assembly approves their admission. Both organs work together in this process.
Correct answer is: General Assembly
Q.25 Which UN organ was suspended in 1994 after completing its mission?
Trusteeship Council
ECOSOC
Security Council
General Assembly
Explanation - The Trusteeship Council suspended operations after the last trust territory gained independence, fulfilling its original purpose.
Correct answer is: Trusteeship Council