Political Science · International Relations
UGC NET December 2019 Political Science
In which year was UNESCO set up?
A1945 ✓ Correct
B1946
C1947
D1948
Correct answer: (A) 1945 — UNESCO was set up in 1945.
Explanation
★UNESCO was set up in 1945.
★Its constitution was adopted in London on 16 November 1945.
★The constitution came into force in 1946 after enough ratifications.
★UNESCO stands for the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
★It works to build peace through education, science and culture.
★Its headquarters are in Paris, France.
★It is one of the specialised agencies of the United Nations.
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