The primary mandate of the World Health Organization (WHO) is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The primary mandate of the World Health Organization (WHO) is:
A. To direct and coordinate international health
B. To manage hospital standards worldwide
C. To finance health insurance globally
D. To regulate trade in pharmaceuticals
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The WHO is responsible for global health leadership, setting norms, providing technical support, and monitoring health trends.
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Transparency International is a non-governmental organization that publishes the annual Corruption Perceptions Index.
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