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United Nations Knowledge Quiz Challenge

Explore Global Governance and UN Achievements

Difficulty: Moderate
Questions: 20
Learning OutcomesStudy Material
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This United Nations Knowledge Quiz helps you practice core UN facts - agencies, resolutions, and global issues - through 15 multiple-choice questions. Use it to spot gaps before class or an exam and learn a few new points; when you finish, you can also try a broader knowledge check or the history quiz .

What year was the United Nations founded?
1939
1919
1950
1945
The United Nations was officially established in 1945 after the UN Charter was adopted in San Francisco. This marked the founding of the organization aimed at promoting international cooperation and preventing future conflicts.
Which body of the UN serves as its main deliberative assembly?
General Assembly
International Court of Justice
Secretariat
Security Council
The General Assembly is the primary deliberative, policy-making, and representative organ of the UN where all member states have equal representation. It debates and makes recommendations on a wide range of issues affecting international peace and security.
Which UN agency is primarily responsible for promoting the rights and welfare of children?
UNESCO
WHO
ILO
UNICEF
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund) focuses on providing humanitarian and developmental aid to children worldwide. It works on issues including education, health, and child protection in emergencies and long-term crises.
What is the primary purpose of UN peacekeeping missions?
Maintaining peace and security
Adjudicating legal claims
Imposing economic sanctions
Mediating trade disputes
UN peacekeeping missions are deployed to help countries navigate the difficult path from conflict to peace by providing security and supporting the implementation of peace agreements. They aim to stabilize post-conflict areas and protect civilians under imminent threat.
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
Geneva
New York City
Paris
The Hague
The UN headquarters is located in New York City, on an international territory along the East River in Manhattan. This site serves as the central hub for meetings of the General Assembly, Security Council, and other principal organs.
Which principal organ of the UN is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?
Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
Security Council
General Assembly
Secretariat
The Security Council is charged with the responsibility of maintaining international peace and security. It can authorize peacekeeping operations, impose sanctions, and even approve military action when necessary.
How many permanent members are there on the UN Security Council?
20
10
15
5
The Security Council has five permanent members: China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. These members hold veto power over substantive resolutions.
In which year was the Universal Declaration of Human Rights adopted by the UN General Assembly?
1945
1948
1951
1960
The Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted in 1948 by the General Assembly as a common standard for all peoples and nations. It laid the foundation for modern international human rights law.
Which UN agency leads the global effort to combat HIV/AIDS?
UNICEF
UNAIDS
UNHCR
WHO
UNAIDS (the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS) coordinates international action against HIV/AIDS. It brings together the efforts and resources of multiple UN agencies.
Which characteristic best describes resolutions passed by the UN General Assembly?
Automatically enforced
Advisory and non-binding
Legally binding on all members
Require Security Council approval to take effect
General Assembly resolutions are generally non-binding recommendations, reflecting the collective opinion of member states. They carry moral and political weight but do not have the force of law like Security Council Chapter VII resolutions.
What is the foundational treaty of the United Nations called?
Treaty of Versailles
Universal Declaration of Human Rights
United Nations Charter
Geneva Convention
The United Nations Charter is the founding document of the UN, signed in 1945. It defines the purposes, principles, and structure of the organization.
Which of the following is the primary function of the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?
Coordinate economic and social work of the UN
Adjudicate legal disputes
Administer the UN budget
Maintain international peace
ECOSOC coordinates the economic, social, and related work of 15 UN specialized agencies and more than 70 functional commissions. It serves as the central forum for discussing international economic and social issues.
In what year did the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) officially succeed the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs)?
2020
2005
2015
2010
The Sustainable Development Goals were adopted in 2015 to build on the Millennium Development Goals and address economic, social, and environmental dimensions of sustainable development. The SDGs consist of 17 goals to be achieved by 2030.
What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
Issue binding Security Council resolutions
Settle legal disputes between states
Coordinate UN specialized agencies
Provide humanitarian aid
The ICJ is the principal judicial organ of the UN, tasked with settling legal disputes submitted by states and issuing advisory opinions on legal questions referred to it. Its rulings are binding on the parties involved.
How many non-permanent members are there on the UN Security Council?
15
10
5
20
The Security Council consists of 15 members in total, five of which are permanent and ten of which are elected for two-year, non-renewable terms. Non-permanent members have no veto power.
Resolutions adopted under which chapter of the UN Charter are legally binding on all member states?
Chapter VI
Chapter VIII
Chapter VII
Chapter V
Chapter VII of the UN Charter authorizes the Security Council to determine the existence of a threat to peace and to take binding enforcement measures, including sanctions or military action. Resolutions under this chapter are legally binding on all UN members.
UN Security Council Resolution 242, adopted after the 1967 Arab-Israeli War, is best known for establishing which principle?
Land for peace
No first use of nuclear weapons
Responsibility to Protect
Right to self-determination
Resolution 242 called for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from territories occupied in the 1967 conflict and the acknowledgment of every state's right to live in peace within secure and recognized boundaries. This established the foundational 'land for peace' principle in Middle East diplomacy.
Which committee evaluates non-governmental organizations' applications for consultative status with ECOSOC?
Committee on NGOs
Advisory Committee on Administrative and Budgetary Questions
Committee on Conferences
Legal Committee
The ECOSOC Committee on NGOs reviews applications from civil society organizations seeking consultative status. It examines each NGO's mandate, governance, and activities before making recommendations to the Council.
Which two UN bodies are directly involved in the selection of the Secretary-General?
General Assembly and ECOSOC
Security Council and General Assembly
Assembly of Parties and Secretariat
Security Council and International Court of Justice
The Security Council evaluates candidates and recommends one candidate to the General Assembly, which then elects the Secretary-General. Both bodies must therefore agree in order to appoint the head of the Secretariat.
The 'Responsibility to Protect' principle adopted by the UN asserts that the international community must intervene when:
Climate change causes natural disasters
A state fails to protect its populations from genocide, war crimes, ethnic cleansing or crimes against humanity
A state withdraws from a treaty
A state's budget deficits threaten global markets
The Responsibility to Protect (R2P) holds that when a state is unable or unwilling to shield its citizens from mass atrocities such as genocide or ethnic cleansing, the international community has an obligation to act. This principle balances state sovereignty with human rights protection.
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Learning Outcomes

  1. Analyse the structure and functions of the United Nations
  2. Identify key UN agencies and their roles
  3. Explain major milestones in UN history
  4. Evaluate the impact of UN resolutions on global challenges
  5. Apply UN processes to real-world scenarios

Cheat Sheet

  1. Understand the UN's Structure - The UN is powered by six principal organs, each acting like a unique player on an international stage - from the General Assembly's debates to the Secretariat's daily management. Studying how these bodies collaborate gives you a backstage pass to global governance.
  2. Explore Key UN Agencies - The UN System includes specialized agencies tackling everything from health crises to cultural heritage. Get to know the WHO, UNESCO, IMF and friends, and see how they team up to solve world problems.
  3. Review the UN's Founding - Born in 1945 to replace the League of Nations, the UN Charter was signed by 50 nations in San Francisco to keep future wars at bay. Tracing its birth story helps you appreciate why its mission still matters today.
  4. Analyze Major Milestones - From proclaiming the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948 to launching that first peacekeeping blue-helmet mission, the UN's history reads like an epic saga. Tracking these landmark moments shows how the world came together at critical junctions.
  5. Understand the Impact of UN Resolutions - UN resolutions can swing global policy on climate, human rights and peacekeeping with just a few influential votes. Learning how they're drafted and enforced reveals the power of collective decision-making.
  6. Learn the Decision-Making Process - The General Assembly needs a two-thirds majority for key issues, while the Security Council demands nine "yes" votes including all five permanent members. Grasping these voting rules explains why some proposals soar and others stall.
  7. Recognize the Role of the Secretary-General - As the UN's chief storyteller and problem-solver, the Secretary-General mediates crises, champions initiatives and speaks to the heart of humanity. Diving into past officeholders reveals how personality shapes global diplomacy.
  8. Examine Peacekeeping Operations - Blue helmets have patrolled hotspots from Cyprus to Sierra Leone, enforcing ceasefires and aiding civilians. Studying these missions highlights both triumphs and challenges in the art of peacekeeping.
  9. Study the UN's Role in Sustainable Development - The UN's Sustainable Development Goals set a 2030 deadline to end poverty, fight climate change and promote equality. Investigating each goal page shows how nations collaborate for a brighter future.
  10. Understand the UN's Legal Framework - The International Court of Justice settles state disputes and offers advisory opinions, making it the world's top courtroom. Examining landmark cases teaches you how law shapes peace and justice globally.
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