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Flashcards on United Nations
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What is the United Nations?
An international organization founded in 1945 to promote peace, security, and cooperation among nations.
When was the United Nations founded?
1945
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
New York, United States
How many member countries are part of the United Nations?
193
What is the main purpose of the United Nations?
To maintain international peace and security
Which organization is responsible for peacekeeping operations around the world?
United Nations
What are the six official languages of the United Nations?
English, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic
Who serves as the Secretary-General of the United Nations?
António Guterres
What is the United Nations General Assembly?
The main deliberative, policymaking, and representative organ of the United Nations
What is the United Nations Security Council?
A body that maintains international peace and security, and can impose sanctions or authorize the use of force
Which country is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council?
China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States
What is the United Nations Economic and Social Council?
A body that coordinates the economic and social work of the United Nations and its specialized agencies
What is the International Court of Justice?
The primary judicial organ of the United Nations
What is the United Nations Human Rights Council?
A body responsible for promoting and protecting human rights around the world
What is the United Nations Development Programme?
A global development network that advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience, and resources
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When was the United Nations founded?
1939
1947
1945
1950
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Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
Washington D.C., United States
New York, United States
Geneva, Switzerland
London, United Kingdom
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How many member countries are part of the United Nations?
100
150
193
220
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Who serves as the Secretary-General of the United Nations?
Donald Trump
António Guterres
Angela Merkel
Emmanuel Macron
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What are the six official languages of the United Nations?
English, French, German, Russian, Arabic, Mandarin
English, French, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic
English, French, Spanish, German, Chinese, Arabic
English, French, Spanish, Russian, German, Arabic
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What is the United Nations Security Council?
A body that manages the financial affairs of the United Nations
A body that promotes cultural exchange among member countries
A body that maintains international peace and security, and can impose sanctions or authorize the use of force
A body that oversees the United Nations' environmental initiatives
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Which country is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council?
Germany
China
Canada
India
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What is the International Court of Justice?
A body that regulates international trade
A body that oversees global health initiatives
The primary judicial organ of the United Nations
A body that coordinates humanitarian aid
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What is the United Nations Human Rights Council?
A body that promotes international tourism
A body responsible for promoting and protecting human rights around the world
A body that monitors global energy resources
A body that supports global education initiatives
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What is the United Nations Development Programme?
A body that coordinates international sports events
A global development network that advocates for change and connects countries to knowledge, experience, and resources
A body that regulates nuclear energy production
A body that supports space exploration projects
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