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 #341
The 'UNEP Champions of the Earth' award is presented for:
A. Contribution to nuclear disarmament
B. Promoting literacy
C. Outstanding environmental leadership
D. Achievements in space exploration

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
It is the UN's highest environmental honour, awarded by UNEP.

Question #342
The 'ASEAN Free Trade Area (AFTA)' agreement was signed in:
A. 1995
B. 1992
C. 1999
D. 1990

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
AFTA was signed in 1992 and aimed to increase ASEAN's competitive edge as a production base.

Question #343
The headquarters of the International Court of Justice is situated at?
A. The Hague
B. Vienna
C. Geneva
D. Rome

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is located in the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands.

Question #344
Which among the following is the official language of the United Nations?
A. German
B. Hindi
C. Spanish
D. Japanese

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The six official languages of the UN are Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, and Spanish.

Question #345
Which of the following countries is not a member of the G7?
A. Japan
B. Canada
C. Italy
D. China

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The G7 members are Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the USA. China is not a member.

Question #346
The 'ASEAN' headquarters is located in which city?
A. Singapore
B. Kuala Lumpur
C. Jakarta
D. Bangkok

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The ASEAN Secretariat is based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

Question #347
The World Trade Organization (WTO) came into existence in the year?
A. 1995
B. 1948
C. 1991
D. 1997

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The WTO was established on January 1, 1995, following the Marrakesh Agreement.

Question #348
Which international organization’s motto is 'Health for all'?
A. FAO
B. WHO
C. UNESCO
D. UNICEF

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) aims to achieve the highest possible level of health for all people.

Question #349
Which of the following is the headquarters of the World Bank?
A. Geneva
B. London
C. New York
D. Washington D.C.

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The World Bank is headquartered in Washington D.C., United States.

Question #350
Where is the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)?
A. Vienna
B. Paris
C. Geneva
D. New York

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The IAEA headquarters is located in Vienna, Austria.

Question #351
The United Nations was founded on?
A. 15 August 1945
B. 24 October 1945
C. 24 October 1947
D. 26 June 1945

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The UN was founded on October 24, 1945.

Question #352
Which of the following is not a specialized agency of the UN?
A. World Health Organization (WHO)
B. International Labour Organization (ILO)
C. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
D. World Trade Organization (WTO)

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The WTO is an independent organization that maintains a cooperative relationship with the UN but is not a specialized agency.

Question #353
Where is the headquarters of OPEC?
A. Abu Dhabi
B. Vienna
C. Baghdad
D. Riyadh

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
OPEC has its headquarters in Vienna, Austria.

Question #354
Which country is a permanent member of the UN Security Council?
A. Japan
B. China
C. Germany
D. India

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
China is one of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council.

Question #355
The term 'Veto' is associated with which organ of the United Nations?
A. Security Council
B. International Court of Justice
C. General Assembly
D. Trusteeship Council

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The five permanent members of the UN Security Council hold veto power.

Question #356
Where is the headquarters of UNESCO?
A. Paris
B. Rome
C. Washington D.C.
D. London

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
UNESCO is headquartered in Paris, France.

Question #357
Which international organization monitors the 'Global Hunger Index'?
A. WHO
B. UNICEF
C. Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe
D. World Bank

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Global Hunger Index is published annually by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe.

Question #358
What is the head of the United Nations called?
A. President
B. Chief Director
C. Prime Minister
D. Secretary-General

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Secretary-General is the administrative head of the UN.

Question #359
Which of the following is not a SAARC member country?
A. Myanmar
B. Maldives
C. Nepal
D. Bhutan

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Myanmar is not a member of SAARC. The members are Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

Question #360
Which organization publishes the 'Human Development Report'?
A. WTO
B. UNDP
C. World Bank
D. IMF

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) publishes the Human Development Report.