Q1
What does WHO focus on?
AInternational public health
BOnly education
COnly children's welfare
DOnly economic issues
ICSEClass 10 (ICSE)History and CivicsCh 13 · Topic 1
The United Nations Organisation - Agencies
The UN operates through specialised agencies, like WHO, UNESCO, and UNICEF, addressing specific global issues in health, education, and chil
Core concept
The World Health Organisation (WHO) focuses on international public health, coordinating responses to global health issues and disease outbreaks.
How it works
UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) promotes education, science, and cultural preservation worldwide.
Why it matters
UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund) works to protect children's rights and welfare, providing aid and support for children globally.
Key detail
These specialised agencies allow the UN to address diverse global challenges through focused expertise and coordinated international action.
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• WHO focuses on international public health.
• It coordinates responses to health issues.
• UNESCO promotes education, science, culture.
• UNICEF protects children's rights and welfare.
• It provides aid and support for children.
• These agencies address diverse global challenges.
• Each has focused expertise.
• This enables coordinated international action.