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प्रश्न
Explain the functions of UNESCO in the field of science.
Describe any two of the functions of UNESCO in the field of scientific development.
उत्तर
Functions in the field of science:
- Establishing scientific and technological foundations for better use of a country's resources encourages international cooperation in the field of science.
- To correct imbalances in scientific and technological manpower that exist because 90% of trained manpower is concentrated in the industrialised countries.
- It encourages basic research in the fields of mathematics, physics, geology, hydrology, environment and biotechnology. It promotes awareness and interaction between science and technology. As a result, it finances engineering and technology schemes in a number of developing countries.
- It also promotes the social sciences as an instrument for the realisation of human rights, justice and peace.
Thus, by promoting education and the spread of science, UNESCO makes a move in the direction of instilling peace in the hearts of people, into their private and public ambitions and daily lives.
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Name the agency that the UN set up to deliver relief to children and mothers after World War II. State any three of its functions.
When was the Day of Solidarity with South African Political Prisoners celebrated by UNO?
When was UNESCO formed?
When was the Literacy Year celebrated by UNESCO?
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What services does the UNICEF provide for improvement of the lot of children?
What are the primary aims of UNESCO?
What is the main aim of WHO.
Discuss the role of WHO in combating diseases.
Study the picture shown and answer the questions that follow:
(i) Identify the organization associated with the given emblem.
(ii) When it was established and what were its objectives?
