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Question 1 of 5
1. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding United Nations specialized agencies.
- Specialized Agencies are legally independent international organizations with their own rules, membership, organs and financial resources.
- None of these agencies existed before the First World War, but some were associated with the League of Nations.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: a)
Specialized Agencies are legally independent international organizations with their own rules, membership, organs and financial resources, were brought into relationship with the United Nations through negotiated agreements. Some of the agencies existed before the First World War, some were associated with the League of Nations, others were created almost simultaneously with the United Nations and yet others were created by the United Nations itself to meet emerging needs.
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Specialized Agencies are legally independent international organizations with their own rules, membership, organs and financial resources, were brought into relationship with the United Nations through negotiated agreements. Some of the agencies existed before the First World War, some were associated with the League of Nations, others were created almost simultaneously with the United Nations and yet others were created by the United Nations itself to meet emerging needs.
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Question 2 of 5
2. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements.
- The International Labour Organization (ILO) became the first specialised agency of the United Nations.
- Food and Agriculture Organization aims to secure improvements in food production and distribution and better the conditions of rural people.
- The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the UN specialised agency responsible for the safety of life at sea, maritime security and the protection of the marine environment.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
The International Labour Organization (ILO) was founded in 1919, its Constitution forming part of the Treaty of Versailles. The ILO became the first specialised agency of the UN in 1946.
The aim of the Food and Agriculture Organization, as defined in its Constitution, is to: raise levels of nutrition and standards of living; secure improvements in food production and distribution; better the conditions of rural people and; contribute toward an expanding world economy and ensure freedom from hunger.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the UN specialised agency responsible for the safety of life at sea, maritime security and the protection of the marine environment through prevention of sea pollution caused by ships. It facilitates cooperation among governments to achieve the highest practicable standards of maritime safety and security, and efficiency in navigation.
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Solution: d)
The International Labour Organization (ILO) was founded in 1919, its Constitution forming part of the Treaty of Versailles. The ILO became the first specialised agency of the UN in 1946.
The aim of the Food and Agriculture Organization, as defined in its Constitution, is to: raise levels of nutrition and standards of living; secure improvements in food production and distribution; better the conditions of rural people and; contribute toward an expanding world economy and ensure freedom from hunger.
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is the UN specialised agency responsible for the safety of life at sea, maritime security and the protection of the marine environment through prevention of sea pollution caused by ships. It facilitates cooperation among governments to achieve the highest practicable standards of maritime safety and security, and efficiency in navigation.
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Question 3 of 5
3. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following states have declared a state butterfly
- Tamil Nadu
- Uttarakhand
- Karnataka
- Gujarat
- Kerala
Select the correct answer code:
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Solution: c)
Tamil Nadu declared Tamil Yeoman (Cirrochroa thais) as the state butterfly to symbolise its rich natural and cultural heritage.
With this, Tamil Nadu became fifth Indian state to declare its state butterfly. Maharashtra was the first state to officially declare Blue Mormon (Papilio polymnestor) as its state butterfly in 2015 followed by Uttarakhand (Common peacock), Karnataka (Southern bird wings) and Kerala (Malabar banded peacock).
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Tamil Nadu declared Tamil Yeoman (Cirrochroa thais) as the state butterfly to symbolise its rich natural and cultural heritage.
With this, Tamil Nadu became fifth Indian state to declare its state butterfly. Maharashtra was the first state to officially declare Blue Mormon (Papilio polymnestor) as its state butterfly in 2015 followed by Uttarakhand (Common peacock), Karnataka (Southern bird wings) and Kerala (Malabar banded peacock).
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Question 4 of 5
4. Question
1 pointsWhich of the following nations are part of both G7 and G20?
- Canada
- Australia
- Italy
- Japan
Select the correct answer code:
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Solution: b)
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Solution: b)
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Question 5 of 5
5. Question
1 pointsConsider the following statements regarding Global Antimicrobial Resistance Research and Development Hub.
- Global Antimicrobial Resistance Research and Development Hub is aimed at helping countries decide the allocation of resources for research and development (R&D) on antimicrobial resistance (AMR).
- India is a member of Global Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Research and Development (R&D) Hub.
- India is among countries with the highest bacterial disease burden in the world.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
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Solution: d)
India, which is among countries with the highest bacterial disease burden in the world, became part of the Global Antimicrobial Resistance Research and Development Hub on September 12, 2019.
The hub, which was launched during the 71st session of the World Health Assembly in 2018, is aimed at helping countries decide the allocation of resources for research and development (R&D) on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by identifying gaps and overlaps. It will also promote coordination among governments in the fight against AMR.
The global partnership includes 16 countries, the European Commission, two philanthropic foundations and four international organisations (as observers). With India as a member, the Hub now represents more than half the world’s population.
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Solution: d)
India, which is among countries with the highest bacterial disease burden in the world, became part of the Global Antimicrobial Resistance Research and Development Hub on September 12, 2019.
The hub, which was launched during the 71st session of the World Health Assembly in 2018, is aimed at helping countries decide the allocation of resources for research and development (R&D) on antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by identifying gaps and overlaps. It will also promote coordination among governments in the fight against AMR.
The global partnership includes 16 countries, the European Commission, two philanthropic foundations and four international organisations (as observers). With India as a member, the Hub now represents more than half the world’s population.