International Organizations MCQs

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International Organizations MCQs

Practice International Organizations MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering the United Nations, World Bank, IMF, WTO, WHO, UNESCO, UNICEF, SAARC, BRICS, G20, ASEAN, OPEC and other important international organizations frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #201
The 'Doing Business' report, discontinued in 2021, was published by which entity?
A. WTO
B. World Bank
C. IMF
D. UNCTAD
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The World Bank published the annual Doing Business report until it was discontinued in 2021 due to data irregularities.
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Question #202
Which of the following countries is a founding member of OPEC?
A. Oman
B. Kuwait
C. Algeria
D. Qatar
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The five founding members of OPEC (1960) are Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, and Venezuela.
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Question #203
The IMF's 'Article IV Consultations' refer to:
A. Emergency lending procedures
B. Bilateral trade negotiations
C. Debt restructuring frameworks
D. Surveillance of member countries' economic policies
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Under Article IV of its Articles of Agreement, the IMF holds regular consultations with member countries to assess economic and financial developments.
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Question #204
What is the full form of the 'TRIPS' agreement under the WTO?
A. Trade-Related Investment Policy Standards
B. Tariff and Revenue International Policy System
C. Trade Regulation and Intellectual Property System
D. Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
TRIPS is the WTO agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, setting minimum standards for IP protection.
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Question #205
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)?
A. Geneva
B. New York
C. Copenhagen
D. Paris
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
UNICEF is headquartered in New York City, United States.
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Question #206
Which Indian city hosted the G20 Leaders' Summit in 2023?
A. Kolkata
B. New Delhi
C. Chennai
D. Mumbai
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
India held the G20 presidency in 2023 and hosted the Leaders' Summit in New Delhi on 9-10 September 2023.
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Question #207
Which of the following is a specialized agency of the UN dealing with maritime affairs?
A. WMO
B. IMO
C. UPU
D. ICAO
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is a UN specialized agency responsible for the safety and security of shipping and the prevention of pollution by ships.
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Question #208
The 'World Development Report' is an annual publication of which organization?
A. World Bank
B. UNDP
C. IMF
D. WTO
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The World Bank publishes the World Development Report each year, focusing on a specific aspect of development.
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Question #209
The WHO's 'World Health Assembly' meets at least:
A. Twice a year
B. Once a year
C. Every three years
D. Every two years
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The World Health Assembly, the decision-making body of WHO, meets annually in Geneva.
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Question #210
UNESCO was founded in which year?
A. 1945
B. 1948
C. 1947
D. 1946
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
UNESCO was established on 16 November 1945, with its constitution signed by 37 countries.
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Question #211
Which country became the newest member of BRICS in 2024 (as per the 2023 Johannesburg summit expansion)?
A. Argentina
B. Egypt
C. All of the above were invited and joined
D. Saudi Arabia
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
At the 2023 BRICS summit, six countries were invited: Argentina (later declined), Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE joined in 2024.
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Question #212
The 'ASEAN Charter' entered into force in which year?
A. 2008
B. 2005
C. 2010
D. 2007
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The ASEAN Charter, providing a legal and institutional framework, came into effect on 15 December 2008.
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Question #213
The UN peacekeeping forces were awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in which year?
A. 2001
B. 1995
C. 1990
D. 1988
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The United Nations Peacekeeping Forces received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1988 for their contributions to reducing tensions.
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Question #214
The IMF's SDR basket includes which currencies as of 2026?
A. USD, EUR, JPY, GBP, CNY
B. USD, EUR, GBP, JPY
C. USD, EUR, CNY, RUB
D. USD, EUR, JPY, INR, CNY
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The SDR basket currently comprises the US dollar, euro, Chinese renminbi, Japanese yen, and pound sterling.
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Question #215
Which organization is responsible for the 'Global Hunger Index'?
A. WHO
B. FAO
C. WFP
D. Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The Global Hunger Index is published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe, not a UN agency, though FAO data is used.
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Question #216
The SAARC Preferential Trading Arrangement (SAPTA) was signed in which year?
A. 1995
B. 1993
C. 2001
D. 1998
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
SAPTA was signed in 1993 and entered into force in 1995, later replaced by SAFTA in 2006.
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Question #217
The 'WTO Appellate Body' is part of which mechanism?
A. Council for Trade in Services
B. Trade Policy Review
C. Dispute Settlement
D. Market Access Committee
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Appellate Body is a standing body of the WTO's Dispute Settlement Mechanism, hearing appeals from panel rulings.
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Question #218
The 'Montreal Protocol' is related to the protection of:
A. Climate change
B. Ozone layer
C. Biodiversity
D. Wetlands
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer was adopted in 1987, overseen by UNEP.
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Question #219
Which UN body is responsible for the administration of the 'UN Development Programme'?
A. General Assembly
B. Trusteeship Council
C. ECOSOC
D. Secretariat
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
UNDP operates under the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the UN.
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Question #220
The 'United Nations Conference on Trade and Development' (UNCTAD) was established in:
A. 1966
B. 1964
C. 1971
D. 1960
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
UNCTAD was created in 1964 as a permanent intergovernmental body to deal with trade, investment, and development issues.
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