Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Social Change and Development in India: Globalisation and Social Change

Question:
Which of the following is NOT an example of a Non Governmental Organisation (NGO)?
Options:
Medecins Sans Frontieres
Amnesty International
Greenpeace
The European Union
Correct Answer:
The European Union
Explanation:
As the name suggests, INGOs differ from intergovernmental organisations in that they are not affiliated with government institutions. Rather they are independent organisations, which make policy decisions and address international issues. Some of the best known INGOs are Greenpeace , The Red Cross, Amnesty International and Medecins Sans Frontieres (Doctors Without Borders). The European Union is a intergovernmental organisation.