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UNIDO, which promotes inclusive and sustainable industrial development, became a specialized agency of the UN in the year _____.
- 1975
- 1985
- 1995
- 2005
Answer: 1985
UNIDO was established as a UN organ in 1966 and became a specialized agency in 1985. Headquartered in Vienna, it assists countries in pursuing inclusive and sustainable industrial development (ISID).
ICAO's Annexes to the Chicago Convention contain Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs) that member states are legally obligated to implement.
- True
- False
Answer: False
While ICAO Annexes contain Standards (which members must comply with or notify differences) and Recommended Practices (which are desirable but not mandatory), implementation depends on national legislation. SARPs are not automatically legally binding without domestic adoption.
Which international treaty administered by WIPO establishes a unified procedure for filing patent applications in multiple countries?
- Berne Convention
- Paris Convention
- Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
- Madrid Protocol
Answer: Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT), administered by WIPO, allows inventors to seek patent protection simultaneously in a large number of countries by filing a single 'international' patent application.
The ITU allocates global radio spectrum and satellite orbits, and develops technical standards to ensure networks and technologies seamlessly interconnect under the principle of _____.
- sovereignty
- interoperability
- exclusivity
- neutrality
Answer: interoperability
ITU ensures interoperability of global telecommunications infrastructure by allocating radio spectrum, satellite orbits, and developing technical standards. This enables seamless communication across borders and technologies.
The ILO was the first specialized agency of the United Nations, established in 1919 as part of the Treaty of Versailles.
- True
- False
Answer: True
ILO was indeed established in 1919 by the Treaty of Versailles as an affiliated agency of the League of Nations. It became the first specialized agency of the UN in 1946, maintaining its unique tripartite structure.
Which of the following is a core function of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)?
- Setting binding immigration laws for member states
- Providing humanitarian assistance to migrants and refugees
- Granting asylum status to displaced persons
- Enforcing border security measures globally
Answer: Providing humanitarian assistance to migrants and refugees
IOM works to ensure orderly and humane migration management, provides humanitarian assistance to migrants in need (including refugees and displaced persons), and promotes international cooperation on migration issues.
WOAH (formerly OIE), which sets international standards for animal health, is headquartered in _____, France.
- Lyon
- Paris
- Marseille
- Strasbourg
Answer: Paris
WOAH (World Organisation for Animal Health), founded in 1924 and headquartered in Paris, develops science-based standards for animal health and zoonoses, and promotes transparency in global animal disease situations.
The IPPC is an international plant health agreement overseen by the FAO to prevent the spread of pests and protect plant resources.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC), established in 1952 and administered by FAO, is a multilateral treaty that aims to protect cultivated and wild plants by preventing the introduction and spread of pests.
IOSCO, the international body that brings together securities regulators, was established in which year?
- 1973
- 1983
- 1993
- 2003
Answer: 1983
IOSCO was established in 1983 and is headquartered in Madrid, Spain. It develops international standards for securities regulation, promotes market integrity, and enhances investor protection globally.
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement was founded in _____ following the Battle of Solferino.
- 1859
- 1863
- 1876
- 1901
Answer: 1863
The movement was founded in 1863 in Geneva, inspired by Henry Dunant's experiences at the 1859 Battle of Solferino. The first Geneva Convention was adopted in 1864, establishing legal protections for war victims.
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is a non-governmental organization based in Lausanne, Switzerland.
- True
- False
Answer: True
IOC, founded in 1894 by Pierre de Coubertin, is a non-governmental, non-profit organization headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. It oversees the Olympic Games and promotes Olympism worldwide.
Which organization coordinates the surveying and charting of the world's oceans and ensures uniformity in nautical charts and documents?
- IMO
- IHO
- ICAO
- WMO
Answer: IHO
The International Hydrographic Organization (IHO), established in 1921 and headquartered in Monaco, coordinates national hydrographic offices, ensures uniformity in nautical charts, and adopts efficient surveying methods.
The World Customs Organization (WCO), which develops international customs standards, is headquartered in _____, Belgium.
- Antwerp
- Brussels
- Ghent
- Liège
Answer: Brussels
WCO, established in 1952 as the Customs Co-operation Council, is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium. It develops conventions and instruments on customs procedures, commodity classification, valuation, and trade facilitation.
The International Energy Agency (IEA) was established within the framework of the OECD in response to the 1973 oil crisis.
- True
- False
Answer: True
IEA was established in 1974 within the OECD framework following the 1973-74 oil embargo. Headquartered in Paris, it focuses on energy security, economic development, environmental awareness, and global engagement on energy issues.
The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has its headquarters in which city?
- Cairo, Egypt
- Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Istanbul, Turkey
Answer: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
OIC, the second-largest intergovernmental organization after the UN with 57 member states, has its headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It was founded in 1969 to safeguard Muslim interests and promote international peace.
ISO, which develops and publishes international standards, derives its name from the Greek word 'isos', meaning _____.
- strong
- equal
- global
- standard
Answer: equal
ISO comes from the Greek 'isos' meaning 'equal'. This ensures the acronym remains consistent across languages. ISO develops voluntary international standards for products, services, and systems to ensure quality, safety, and efficiency.
The Universal Postal Union (UPU) is the oldest international organization still in existence, predating even the United Nations.
- True
- False
Answer: True
UPU was established in 1874 as the General Postal Union, renamed in 1878. It became a UN specialized agency in 1948. It coordinates postal policies among member nations and the worldwide postal system.
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) is an intergovernmental organization founded in 1989 on the initiative of which group?
- UN Security Council
- G7
- BRICS
- Commonwealth
Answer: G7
FATF was established in 1989 by the G7 to develop policies to combat money laundering. Its mandate was expanded in 2001 to include terrorist financing. It sets international standards and promotes effective implementation of legal, regulatory, and operational measures.
The International Seabed Authority (ISA), established under UNCLOS, is headquartered in _____, Jamaica.
- Montego Bay
- Kingston
- Ocho Rios
- Negril
Answer: Kingston
ISA, established in 1994 under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), is headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica. It organizes and controls mineral resource activities in the international seabed area.
UNWTO is the United Nations agency responsible for promoting responsible, sustainable, and universally accessible tourism.
- True
- False
Answer: True
The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), headquartered in Madrid, Spain, is the UN agency mandated to promote sustainable tourism development, competitiveness, and tourism's contribution to economic growth and cultural understanding.