Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Contemporary World Politics: International Organisations

Question:

Why is 24 October celebrated as UN Day?

Options:

World War II ended on this day only

Poland became a member of the United Nations on this day.

UN was founded on this day.

India became a member of the United Nations on this day.

Correct Answer:

UN was founded on this day.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3 - UN was founded on this day.

1945 October 24: the UN was founded (hence October 24 is celebrated as UN Day)

On October 24, 1945, the United Nations (UN) was officially established with the ratification of the United Nations Charter. This marked the founding of the United Nations as an international organization aimed at promoting peace, cooperation, and international diplomacy. 'United Nations' logo has a world map with olive branches around it. The olive branches that surround the United Nations logo signify world peace.