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world_organizations medium True/False World Intellectual Property Organization UPSC, Banking, SSC

WIPO's Arbitration and Mediation Center provides alternative dispute resolution services for intellectual property and technology disputes, offering faster, confidential, and cost-effective alternatives to litigation for cross-border commercial conflicts.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False International Organization for Migration UPSC, SSC

IOM's Migration Resource Allocation Committee (MIRAC) ensures transparent, strategic allocation of voluntary contributions to programs that align with IOM's mandate, donor priorities, and the needs of migrants and communities worldwide.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard True/False International Organization of Securities Commissions Banking, UPSC, SSC

IOSCO's principles for collective investment schemes (CIS) emphasize investor protection through requirements for independent custody of assets, transparent disclosure of fees and risks, and robust governance to prevent conflicts of interest.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard True/False International Hydrographic Organization UPSC, SSC

IHO's Hydrographic Services and Standards Committee (HSSC) develops the S-100 series of standards, which enable interoperable digital hydrographic products and support IMO's e-Navigation strategy for safer, more efficient maritime operations.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False Organisation of Islamic Cooperation UPSC, SSC

The OIC's Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) promotes human rights in member states through advocacy, capacity building, and thematic reports, while respecting Islamic values and the principles of the Cairo Declaration on Human Rights in Islam.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard True/False Financial Action Task Force Banking, UPSC, SSC

FATF's 'call for action' identifies jurisdictions with significant strategic deficiencies in AML/CFT regimes that pose risks to the international financial system, recommending counter-measures such as enhanced due diligence or restrictions on financial transactions.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False G20 UPSC, Banking, SSC

The G20's Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) implements the G20 Financial Inclusion Action Plan, focusing on digital financial services, MSME finance, financial literacy, and consumer protection to expand access to formal financial services for underserved populations.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard True/False European Union UPSC, Banking, SSC

The EU's European Climate Law, adopted in 2021, legally binds the Union to achieve climate neutrality by 2050 and reduce net greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, with an independent scientific advisory board to monitor progress.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False Shanghai Cooperation Organisation UPSC, SSC

The SCO's Convention on Countering Extremism, signed in 2017, establishes a legal framework for preventing radicalization, disrupting extremist networks, and promoting moderate religious discourse while respecting human rights and fundamental freedoms.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard True/False International Court of Justice UPSC, SSC

ICJ judgments in contentious cases are final and without appeal, and parties are obligated to comply with them; however, the Court has no direct enforcement mechanism, relying on the UN Security Council to take measures if a state fails to comply.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False UNESCO UPSC, SSC, Railway

UNESCO's Memory of the World Programme safeguards documentary heritage of universal significance, including manuscripts, oral traditions, audio-visual materials, and digital records, ensuring their preservation and accessibility for future generations.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False World Bank Banking, UPSC, SSC

The World Bank's Environmental and Social Framework (ESF), effective from 2018, strengthens protections for people and the environment in development projects, emphasizing borrower responsibility, stakeholder engagement, and grievance mechanisms.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False International Civil Aviation Organization UPSC, SSC

ICAO's Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) requires airlines to offset emissions growth above 2020 levels through eligible carbon credits, contributing to global climate mitigation efforts.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction UPSC, SSC, Railway

UNDRR's Sendai Framework Monitor tracks progress on the seven global targets of the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015-2030, including reducing disaster mortality, affected people, and economic losses.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False NATO UPSC, SSC, Railway

NATO's Strategic Concept 2022 identifies Russia as the most significant and direct threat to Allied security, China as a systemic challenge, and terrorism as a persistent threat, guiding the Alliance's adaptation to a more contested and volatile security environment.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False African Union UPSC, SSC

The African Union's African Medicines Agency (AMA), established in 2022, aims to harmonize regulatory standards, accelerate approval of quality medicines and vaccines, and strengthen local pharmaceutical manufacturing to improve health security and access across the continent.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations hard True/False International Criminal Court UPSC, SSC

The ICC's jurisdiction over the crime of aggression became active on July 17, 2018, following ratification by 30 States Parties and a decision by the Assembly of States Parties to activate the Court's jurisdiction.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False UNICEF UPSC, SSC, Railway

UNICEF's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes support holistic development (health, nutrition, learning, protection) for children from pregnancy to age 8, recognizing that early investments yield high returns in cognitive, social, and economic outcomes.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False World Trade Organization UPSC, Banking, SSC

The WTO's Joint Statement Initiative on E-Commerce involves multiple members negotiating rules on digital trade, covering issues like data flows, consumer protection, electronic signatures, and customs duties on electronic transmissions.

  1. True
  2. False
world_organizations medium True/False World Food Programme UPSC, SSC, Railway

WFP's Innovation Accelerator identifies, scales, and shares breakthrough innovations to end hunger, supporting startups and partners developing solutions in areas like blockchain for aid delivery, AI for crop forecasting, and mobile platforms for farmer services.

  1. True
  2. False