Question

Study the emblem and answer the following questions:

1. Name the organisation associated with the emblem.
2. Mention any three functions of the organisation named by you.
3. Mention any two programmes of this organisation in India.

Answer 1

1. Name of the Organisation: UNICEF (United Nations Children’s Fund).
2. Three Functions of UNICEF:
   1. Child Health and Immunization: It works to provide life-saving vaccines to protect children against preventable diseases like polio, measles, tuberculosis, and tetanus.
   2. Basic Education: It focuses on improving primary education access globally, especially for girls, vulnerable children, and those living in conflict zones.
   3. Child Protection: It fights against child exploitation, child labour, human trafficking, abuse, and child marriage to ensure children grow up in a safe environment.
3. Two Programmes of UNICEF in India:
   1. Poshan Abhiyaan (National Nutrition Mission): UNICEF supports India in combating malnutrition, stunting, and anaemia among young children and mothers.
   2. Universal Immunisation Programme (UIP): UNICEF partners with the Indian government to distribute and manage essential childhood vaccines across the country.