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Question
Answer the following question briefly:
With reference to the organs of the UN, discuss:
Any three functions of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
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Solution
Functions of the ECOSOC:
- To promote economic growth and social progress
- To create a spirit of respect for human rights.
- To solve problems related to health, illiteracy, drugs, employment, the status of women, etc.
- To supervise the work of various specialized agencies such as the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), International Labour Organization (ILO) Food and Agricultural Organization (FAO), etc.
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UNESCO and UNICEF are specialized agencies of the UN.
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| 2. UNICEF | (b) Geneva |
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The projects supported by the WHO
