Most Asked General Knowledge Questions
During the India-Pakistan War of 1965 AD, the United Nations Secretary-General, whose role was commendable, was?
(A) Javier Perez
(B) Kurt Waldheim
(C) Yu Thant
(D) Dag Hammershold
Correct Answer : C
In which article of the United Nations Charter, the term "NGO" is used?
(A) Article 82
(B) Article 69
(C) Article 81
(D) Article 71
Correct Answer : D
Whom is the United Nations funded?
(A) Russia
(B) Switzerland
(C) America
(D) member nations
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
The United Nations is primarily funded by its member nations. Member states contribute funds to support the regular budget of the United Nations, which covers essential expenses for the organization's operations. Assessments for the regular budget are based on a country's capacity to pay, taking into account its relative wealth and income. Additionally, the UN may receive voluntary contributions for specific programs or initiatives from member nations and other entities. Therefore, the correct answer is:
(D) Member Nations
Nowadays there is a demand for expansion of membership of which part of the United Nations?
(A) Council of Justice
(B) International Court
(C) Security Council
(D) General Assembly
Correct Answer : C
Which Indian judge is Dalbir Bhandari elected in the International Court of Justice?
(A) fourth
(B) fifth
(C) third
(D) first
Correct Answer : B
"A living Vastu is born". Who said this statement about the League of Nations?
(A) Roosevelt
(B) Washington
(C) Kennedy
(D) Wilson
Correct Answer : D
In which conference was the final approval on the constitution of the United Nations?
(A) Moscow Conference
(B) San Francisco Conference
(C) Yalta Conference
(D) Tehran Conference
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
The San Francisco Conference, also known as the United Nations Conference on International Organization, was held in 1945. During this conference, the final approval and adoption of the United Nations Charter occurred. Delegates from various countries gathered in San Francisco to establish the UN, and the charter, which serves as the foundational document of the organization, was signed on June 26, 1945. This marked a significant step in the post-World War II efforts to promote international cooperation, peace, and security.
After how many years has India been elected a temporary member of the Security Council for the seventh time?
(A) 19 years later
(B) 17 years later
(C) 14 years later
(D) after 21 years
Correct Answer : A