International organisations: which are UN agencies? UPSC Prelims PYQ 2001

Consider the following organisations:

1. International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
2. International Finance Corporation
3. International Fund for Agricultural Development
4. International Monetary Fund

Which of these are agencies of the United Nations?

1. I and II
2. II and III
3. III and IV
4. I, II, III and IV

Explanation

Option (d) is correct

• All four organisations mentioned are specialised agencies associated with the United Nations system. The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development and International Finance Corporation are part of the World Bank Group, while the International Monetary Fund and International Fund for Agricultural Development are also autonomous specialised agencies linked to the UN through formal agreements. These agencies function independently but cooperate with the UN in their respective fields.

Answer: (d) I, II, III and IV