Understanding UN Specialized Agencies
United Nations (UN) specialized agencies are autonomous organizations linked to the UN through specific agreements. They work on various international issues, contributing to the UN's broader goals.
Evaluating Listed Organizations
We need to identify which organization from the list is NOT a UN specialized agency:
- FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization): This is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
- ILO (International Labour Organization): This is also a specialized agency of the United Nations.
- ASEAN (Association of Southeast Asian Nations): This is a regional organization focused on economic, political, and security cooperation among Southeast Asian countries. It is *not* a UN specialized agency.
- WHO (World Health Organization): This is a specialized agency of the United Nations, responsible for international public health.
Identifying the Non-Agency Organization
Based on the evaluation, ASEAN is the organization that does not fall under the category of a United Nations specialized agency.
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Important Questions from National & Intl. Orgs
The FAO accords the status of ‘Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS)’ to traditional agricultural systems.
What is the overall goal of this initiative?
1. To provide modern technology, training in modern farming methods and financial support to local communities of identified GIAHS so as to greatly enhance their agricultural productivity
2. To identify and safeguard eco-friendly traditional farm practices and their associated landscapers, agricultural biodiversity and knowledge systems of the local communities
3. To provide Geographical Indication status to all the varieties of agricultural produce in such identified GIAHS
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India's ranking in the 'Ease of Doing Business Index' is sometimes seen in the news. Which of the following has declared that ranking?
With reference to the 'Trans-Pacific Partnership', consider the following statements :
1. It is an agreement among all the Pacific Rim countries except China and Russia.
2. It is a strategic alliance for the purpose of maritime security only.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
'Doctors Without Borders (Medecins Sans Frontieres)', often in the news, is
With reference to an initiative called ‘The Economics of Ecosystems and Biodiversity (TEEB)’, which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. It is an initiative hosted by UNEP, IMF and World Economic Forum.
2. It is a global initiative that focuses on drawing attention to the economic benefits of biodiversity.
3. It presents an approach that can help decision-makers recognize, demonstrate and capture the value of ecosystems and biodiversity.
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