The olive branch as a peace symbol of the United Nations represents which idea?
Correct answer: D
The olive branch is considered a symbol of peace. For exams connect the UN flag with the world map and peace symbol.
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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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Easy · Level 62 · un-flag,olive-branch,peace
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- War and victory
- Trade and profit
- Monarchy and power
- Peace and harmony
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,charter_enforcement
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- 10 December 1948
- 24 October 1945
- 26 January 1950
- 15 August 1947
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,founding_members
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- Fifty one
- Fifty
- Sixty
- Hundred
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,world_war_two
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- Need for peace after the Second World War
- Making new sports rules
- Changing currencies of all countries
- Stopping sea trade
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,league_of_nations
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- League of Nations
- NATO
- ASEAN
- European Union
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,un_charter
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- United Nations Charter
- Paris Agreement
- Warsaw Pact
- Geneva Notebook
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,general_assembly
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- Forum of all member states
- Assembly of only five countries
- Only court
- Only military office
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,security_council
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- International peace and security
- Film awards
- Railway timetable
- School examination
Easy · Level 64 · united nations,un security council,permanent members,p5,world history
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- Three
- Five
- Seven
- Ten
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,veto_power
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- Veto power
- Voting ban
- Sports award
- Tax exemption
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,icj
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- Judicial organ
- Military organ
- Sports organ
- Commercial organ
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,secretary_general
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- Secretary General
- Judge
- Ambassador
- Commander
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,emblem
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- Peace
- War
- Trade
- Monarchy
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,flag
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- Blue
- Green
- Black
- Brown
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,principal_organs
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- Four
- Six
- Eight
- Ten
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,ecosoc
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- UNESCO
- UNICEF
- ECOSOC
- NATO
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,unesco
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- Education science and culture
- Only army
- Only currency
- Only weather
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,unicef
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- Children
- Soldiers
- Traders
- Judges
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,who
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- Health
- Cinema
- Postal service
- Sports tickets
Easy · Level 64 · world_history,united_nations,fao
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- Food and agriculture
- Music
- Space
- Cinema
On which day did the United Nations Charter come into force?
Correct answer: B
The United Nations Charter came into force on 24 October 1945. Exam tip: remember this day as United Nations Day.
View question detailsHow many founding members did the United Nations have at the beginning?
Correct answer: A
The United Nations began with fifty one founding members. Exam tip: remember the founding year with the number of founding members.
View question detailsWhat was the biggest historical reason for establishing the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
The United Nations was created for peace after the destruction of the Second World War. Exam tip: connect it with efforts to prevent war.
View question detailsWhich organization existed for international peace before the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
Before the United Nations the League of Nations was an organization for international peace. Exam tip: treat the League as the predecessor of the UN.
View question detailsWhich is the basic document of the United Nations?
Correct answer: A
The UN Charter is the basis of its aims principles and organs. Exam tip: understand the Charter as a constitution like document of the organization.
View question detailsWhat is the simplest identity of the United Nations General Assembly?
Correct answer: A
All member states get a chance to speak in the General Assembly. Exam tip: remember it as the broadest representative organ.
View question detailsThe Security Council mainly focuses on which subject?
Correct answer: A
The Security Council takes important decisions on international peace and security. Exam tip: remember it as a powerful organ.
View question detailsHow many permanent members are there in the UN Security Council?
Correct answer: B
The UN Security Council has 5 permanent members: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. These countries have veto power. Ten is a common distractor because the Council also has 10 elected non-permanent members. Exam tip: remember the permanent members as the P5.
View question detailsWhich special power do permanent members of the Security Council have?
Correct answer: A
Permanent members have veto power by which they can block a resolution. Exam tip: understand veto as a power to stop a decision.
View question detailsWhat type of organ of the United Nations is the International Court of Justice?
Correct answer: A
The International Court of Justice is the principal judicial organ of the UN. Exam tip: connect it with The Hague.
View question detailsWho heads the United Nations Secretariat?
Correct answer: A
The Secretary General heads the UN Secretariat. Exam tip: also remember the Secretary General as the chief administrative officer.
View question detailsWhat do olive branches in the United Nations emblem indicate?
Correct answer: A
Olive branches are considered a symbol of peace. Exam tip: connect the UN emblem with world peace.
View question detailsWhat is the background color of the United Nations flag?
Correct answer: A
The background of the UN flag is blue. Exam tip: connect the blue color with peace and the UN.
View question detailsHow many principal organs does the United Nations have?
Correct answer: B
The United Nations has six principal organs. Exam tip: it is useful to memorize their names separately.
View question detailsWhat is the Economic and Social Council commonly abbreviated as?
Correct answer: C
The Economic and Social Council is called ECOSOC. Exam tip: connect it with development and social cooperation.
View question detailsUNESCO is related to which field?
Correct answer: A
UNESCO is linked with education science culture and heritage. Exam tip: also remember it with World Heritage.
View question detailsUNICEF mainly works for whom?
Correct answer: A
UNICEF works for children's health education and protection. Exam tip: connect it with child welfare.
View question detailsThe World Health Organization works on which subject?
Correct answer: A
The World Health Organization is related to global health cooperation. Exam tip: connect it with epidemics and health programs.
View question detailsWhat is the main field of the Food and Agriculture Organization?
Correct answer: A
The Food and Agriculture Organization is linked with food agriculture and nutrition. Exam tip: connect it with food security.
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