In which year was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted?
Correct answer: A
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted in 1948. Exam tip: connect it with 10 December.
General Knowledge
United Nations History
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In Class 10 General Knowledge under the World History chapter, students learn about the historical background to the establishment of the United Nations after the Second World War. The topic explains why international cooperation was needed, how the organisation was formed, and its early purpose of promoting peace, security, and cooperation among nations.
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- 24 October
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- Sword and shield
- Crown and throne
- World map and olive branches
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- War victory
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- Later member
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- To increase trade taxes
- To campaign in elections
- To build empires
- To help maintain peace in conflict areas
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- To guide trust territories toward self-government and independence
- To organize the World Cup
- To print world currency
- To create a world army
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- NATO
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- UNICEF
- SAARC
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- Economic and social cooperation
- Only piracy
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- Financial stability and economic cooperation
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- To support development and reduce poverty
- To start wars
- To use veto
- To issue passports
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- Astronauts
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- By increasing colonies
- By bringing back kings
- By supporting self-government and independence
- By closing trade
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- Return of monarchy
- Expansion of slave trade
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- Principles of the UN Charter
- Only dynastic rules
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- A world organization needs strong cooperation and effective arrangements
- There is no need for a world organization
- Only one country should decide
- Peace comes only through war
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- Nepal
- Bangladesh
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When is Human Rights Day celebrated?
Correct answer: B
Correct answer: B, 10 December. Human Rights Day is observed every year on 10 December. This date was chosen because the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on 10 December 1948. The declaration states that all people possess basic rights and freedoms, regardless of nationality, race, religion, sex, or other status. A, 24 October, is United Nations Day, marking the UN Charter's entry into force. C, 1 May, is associated with International Workers' Day or Labour Day. D, 5 June, is World Environment Day. Therefore, only B matches Human Rights Day. Memory cue: UDHR was adopted on 10 December 1948, so “December means rights” can help recall the date.
Which symbol is shown on the United Nations flag?
Correct answer: C
The UN flag shows a world map and olive branches. Exam tip: remember the olive branch as a symbol of peace.
What idea does the emblem of the United Nations represent?
Correct answer: D
The UN emblem gives the message of world peace and cooperation. Exam tip: link the emblem with peace and global unity.
Which conference played an important role in establishing the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
The San Francisco Conference agreed on the UN Charter. Exam tip: link it with the birth of the United Nations.
How many original member countries were there when the United Nations was founded?
Correct answer: B
The United Nations had 51 original member countries. Exam tip: remember the founding year and original member number together.
India joined the United Nations as what type of member?
Correct answer: C
India was among the original members of the United Nations. Exam tip: remember India among the founding member countries.
What is the general purpose of UN peacekeeping forces?
Correct answer: D
UN peacekeeping forces help maintain peace in conflict areas. Exam tip: connect peacekeeping with preventing war and supporting stability.
What was the purpose of the Trusteeship Council?
Correct answer: A
The Trusteeship Council aimed to guide trust territories toward self-government. Exam tip: link it with decolonization.
The Economic and Social Council of the United Nations is also known as what?
Correct answer: B
The Economic and Social Council is called ECOSOC. Exam tip: link it with economic and social cooperation.
The main work of ECOSOC is related to what?
Correct answer: C
The direct answer is C, economic and social cooperation. ECOSOC means the Economic and Social Council, one of the principal organs of the United Nations. Its work concerns international cooperation on economic, social, cultural, educational and health-related matters, including development and coordination with related agencies. The reasoning is simple: the name contains Economic and Social, so its central area is cooperation and development in those fields. Option C is correct because it matches the council’s purpose. Option A, only declaring war, is not its function; UN peace and security matters are handled through other organs, especially the Security Council. Option B, only organising sports events, is unrelated. Option D, only piracy, is far too narrow and does not describe ECOSOC’s mandate. Do not interpret “council” as a military body; connect ECOSOC with development and international cooperation.
What is the total number of members in the UN Security Council?
Correct answer: D
The Security Council has a total of 15 members. Exam tip: remember five permanent and ten non-permanent members.
Which language is included among the six official languages of the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
Chinese is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. Exam tip: remember English French Russian Chinese Arabic and Spanish.
Which language is not an official language of the United Nations?
Correct answer: B
Hindi is not among the official languages of the United Nations. Exam tip: memorize the correct list of six official languages.
The International Labour Organization is related to which subject?
Correct answer: C
The International Labour Organization is related to workers and working conditions. Exam tip: link ILO with labour rights.
The International Monetary Fund is mainly related to what?
Correct answer: D
The International Monetary Fund is related to financial stability and economic cooperation. Exam tip: remember IMF as an economic institution.
What is the general purpose of the World Bank Group?
Correct answer: A
The World Bank is linked with development projects and poverty reduction efforts. Exam tip: connect it with development finance.
Whom does the UN High Commissioner for Refugees help?
Correct answer: B
UNHCR is related to the help and protection of refugees. Exam tip: link it with displaced people.
How did the United Nations help in ending colonialism?
Correct answer: C
The United Nations supported the principle of self-government and independence for colonies. Exam tip: connect it with decolonization.
What was one major historical reason for founding the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
The experience of two world wars showed the need for a world peace organization. Exam tip: study the UN as an effort to prevent war.
In which city does the UN General Assembly usually meet?
Correct answer: B
The General Assembly usually meets at the UN headquarters in New York. Exam tip: remember the General Assembly and headquarters together.
Countries joining the United Nations have to follow which principle?
Correct answer: C
Member countries have to follow the principles of the UN Charter. Exam tip: understand the Charter as the basis of membership.
What lesson was learned from the failure of the League of Nations in UN history?
Correct answer: A
The weakness of the League of Nations showed the need for a more effective global organization. Exam tip: link it with the background of the UN.
Which country was an original member of the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
India was among the original member countries of the United Nations. Exam tip: connect India's role with the beginning of the UN.
What type of forum is the UN General Assembly?
Correct answer: B
The General Assembly is a major forum for discussion among all member countries. Exam tip: connect it with debates and resolutions.
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