GGST UN Organizational Structure and Mandate 2

Question 1

In what year was the United Nations officially established?

Accepted Answer

1945

Answer

The United Nations was officially established on October 24, 1945, when its Charter was ratified by the required number of founding member states.

Question 2

How many member states does the United Nations currently have?

Accepted Answer

193

Answer

The United Nations has 193 member states, making it the largest international organization with near-universal membership.

Question 3

The UN's main headquarters is located in which city?

Accepted Answer

New York City

Answer

The UN's main headquarters is located in New York City, on international territory along the East River in Manhattan.

Question 4

Which UN body replaced the Trusteeship Council's role after it suspended operations in 1994?

Accepted Answer

No replacement was designated

Answer

No formal replacement body was designated when the Trusteeship Council suspended its work in 1994 after all trust territories achieved self-governance; it remains dormant as a principal organ.

Question 5

Which office is responsible for coordinating humanitarian assistance across the UN system?

Accepted Answer

OCHA

Answer

OCHA (Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs) is responsible for bringing together humanitarian actors to respond effectively to emergencies.

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GGST UN Organizational Structure and Mandate 2