Class 9 MAHARASHTRA STATE TEXTBOOK BUREAU Solutions Social Studies Chapter 4: The United Nations
The United Nations Exercise 82
Solution 1(1)
c. Germany
Solution 1(2)
a. UNICEF
The United Nations Exercise 83
Solution 1(3)
b. 193
Solution 2(1)
True
The significance of the General Assembly lies in being a platform for representatives of member nations to come together and discuss and make policy decisions on issues of global importance.
Solution 2(2)
False
The position and status of all the countries, whether they are rich or poor, big or small, is the same.
Solution 2(3)
False
If even one of the five permanent member uses his veto i.e. gives a negative vote, the decision cannot be taken.
Solution 2(4)
True.
India has always led the discussions about the problems of undeveloped and developing countries. India has always sent her troops to participate in the United Nations peacekeeping forces.
Solution 3(1)
- All the five members of the Security Council have the veto power.
- It means that assent of all 5 permanent members is necessary to take a decision. Even if one amongst these refuses, the decision cannot be taken.
Solution 3(2)
- UNICEF is an agency of the UNO.
- It works towards making nutritious food and health care available to children
- Organises workshops to find measures to overcome malnutrition among babies
Solution 4(1)
The Second World War fought between 1939-45 led to the massive destruction. Millions of people died and many were injured. Economies of many countries also suffered. United Nations Organisation (UNO) was set up after the Second World War in 1945 to maintain peace and to prevent the occurrence of wars.
Solution 4(2)
- The peacekeeping activities of the UNO involves creating situations favourable for bringing about peace in troubled areas.
- The UN peacekeeping force help these areas to progress towards peace. In conflict ridden areas, security is provided and help is extended for establishing peace.
- The UNO works completely towards maintaining peace and security in the world.
Solution 4(3)
Objectives of the United Nations are:
- Enhance international security by solving international disputes
- Safeguard and foster human rights and freedom
- Enhancing economic cooperation at the international level
- To establish friendly relations among the nations
Solution 5(1)
Solution 5(2)
Solution 5(3)
