National & International Current Affairs – International Organizations & Global Issues

Assam Public Service Commission (APSC)

Combined Competitive Examination (CCE)

Preliminary Examination – General Studies Paper I (Objective, 200 Marks)

Topic: National & International Current Affairs

Sub Topic: International Organizations & Global Issues

International Organizations & Global Issues – Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) with Answers & Explanations

Q1. The headquarters of the United Nations (UN) is located at:

A. Geneva
B. Vienna
C. New York
D. Paris

Answer: C
Explanation: The UN headquarters is located in New York City, while major offices also exist in Geneva, Vienna, and Nairobi.

Q2. Which UN body is responsible for maintaining international peace and security?

A. UN General Assembly
B. UN Security Council
C. International Court of Justice
D. Economic and Social Council

Answer: B
Explanation: The UN Security Council (UNSC) has primary responsibility for peace and security and can impose sanctions or authorize military action.

Q3. How many permanent members does the UN Security Council have?

A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 10

Answer: B
Explanation: The five permanent members (P5) are USA, UK, France, Russia, and China.

Q4. Which international organization publishes the World Economic Outlook?

A. World Bank
B. IMF
C. WTO
D. UNDP

Answer: B
Explanation: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) releases the World Economic Outlook, analyzing global economic trends.

Q5. The primary objective of the World Trade Organization (WTO) is to:

A. Regulate international finance
B. Promote free and fair trade
C. Provide development loans
D. Address climate change

Answer: B
Explanation: WTO facilitates free, predictable, and fair international trade through trade rules and dispute settlement.

Q6. The headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) is located in:

A. New York
B. Paris
C. Geneva
D. Rome

Answer: C
Explanation: WHO is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.

Q7. The Paris Agreement is related to:

A. Nuclear disarmament
B. Climate change mitigation
C. Global trade rules
D. Human rights protection

Answer: B
Explanation: The Paris Agreement aims to limit global temperature rise and combat climate change.

Q8. Which organization releases the Human Development Index (HDI)?

A. World Bank
B. IMF
C. UNDP
D. UNESCO

Answer: C
Explanation: UNDP publishes the HDI, measuring life expectancy, education, and income.

Q9. The G20 is primarily a forum for:

A. Military cooperation
B. Climate negotiations
C. Economic cooperation
D. Cultural exchange

Answer: C
Explanation: G20 focuses on global economic stability and development.

Q10. India hosted the G20 Summit 2023 in:

A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Bengaluru
D. Hyderabad

Answer: B
Explanation: The G20 Leaders’ Summit 2023 was held in New Delhi.

Q11. Which international court settles disputes between states?

A. International Criminal Court
B. Permanent Court of Arbitration
C. International Court of Justice
D. UN Human Rights Council

Answer: C
Explanation: The ICJ adjudicates legal disputes between states.

Q12. The International Criminal Court (ICC) is headquartered at:

A. Geneva
B. The Hague
C. New York
D. Vienna

Answer: B
Explanation: ICC is located in The Hague, Netherlands.

Q13. Which organization is known as the “bank for central banks”?

A. World Bank
B. IMF
C. BIS
D. AIIB

Answer: C
Explanation: The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) serves central banks.

Q14. The BRICS grouping includes:

A. Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa
B. Belgium, Russia, India, China, Spain
C. Brazil, Romania, Indonesia, China, South Africa
D. Britain, Russia, India, China, Singapore

Answer: A
Explanation: BRICS is a group of five major emerging economies.

Q15. Which organization focuses on refugees worldwide?

A. UNICEF
B. UNHCR
C. ILO
D. FAO

Answer: B
Explanation: UNHCR works for protection and assistance of refugees.

Q16. The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is headquartered in:

A. Paris
B. Rome
C. Geneva
D. Vienna

Answer: B
Explanation: FAO is headquartered in Rome, Italy.

Q17. The International Labour Organization (ILO) primarily deals with:

A. Trade disputes
B. Labour standards and workers’ rights
C. Climate action
D. Migration control

Answer: B
Explanation: ILO sets international labour standards and promotes decent work.

Q18. Which global issue is addressed by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

A. Only poverty
B. Only climate change
C. Broad social, economic, and environmental issues
D. Military conflicts only

Answer: C
Explanation: SDGs address 17 comprehensive global challenges.

Q19. The deadline for achieving the SDGs is:

A. 2025
B. 2030
C. 2040
D. 2050

Answer: B
Explanation: SDGs aim for completion by 2030.

Q20. Which organization regulates global civil aviation?

A. IATA
B. ICAO
C. IMO
D. WMO

Answer: B
Explanation: ICAO, a UN agency, sets standards for international aviation.

Q21. The World Bank Group primarily focuses on:

A. Military aid
B. Trade liberalization
C. Development finance
D. Climate negotiations

Answer: C
Explanation: World Bank provides financial and technical assistance to developing countries.

Q22. Which international body deals with maritime safety?

A. ICAO
B. IMO
C. FAO
D. ILO

Answer: B
Explanation: International Maritime Organization (IMO) ensures maritime safety and pollution control.

Q23. The UNESCO is concerned with:

A. Trade and finance
B. Education, science, and culture
C. Health emergencies
D. Refugee protection

Answer: B
Explanation: UNESCO promotes education, science, culture, and heritage conservation.

Q24. Which global issue is addressed by the Kyoto Protocol?

A. Ozone depletion
B. Climate change
C. Marine pollution
D. Biodiversity loss

Answer: B
Explanation: Kyoto Protocol aimed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Q25. Which organization publishes the Global Gender Gap Report?

A. UN Women
B. World Economic Forum
C. World Bank
D. UNDP

Answer: B
Explanation: The World Economic Forum (WEF) publishes this report.

Q26. The UN Human Rights Council is based in:

A. New York
B. Paris
C. Geneva
D. Vienna

Answer: C
Explanation: UNHRC operates from Geneva, Switzerland.

Q27. Which organization monitors global weather and climate?

A. UNEP
B. WMO
C. IPCC
D. FAO

Answer: B
Explanation: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) monitors weather and climate data.

Q28. The IPCC is best known for:

A. Climate research and assessment reports
B. Trade dispute settlement
C. Poverty reduction
D. Nuclear regulation

Answer: A
Explanation: IPCC provides scientific assessments on climate change.

Q29. Which global issue is most closely linked with the Ozone Depletion?

A. Paris Agreement
B. Montreal Protocol
C. Kyoto Protocol
D. SDGs

Answer: B
Explanation: The Montreal Protocol controls ozone-depleting substances.

Q30. India is a member of which of the following organizations?

A. UNSC Permanent Member
B. NATO
C. BRICS
D. OECD

Answer: C
Explanation: India is a founding member of BRICS, but not a permanent UNSC member or NATO member.

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