Q. With reference to the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces, consider the following statements:
1.They are often referred to as Red Helmets.
2.They provide security, political, and peacebuilding support to countries under conflicts.
3.Every peacekeeping mission is authorized by the UN Economic and Social Council.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: B
Notes:
Explanation –
Statement 1 and 3 are incorrect. United Nations Peacekeeping Forces are often referred to as Blue Berets or Blue Helmets because of their light blue berets or helmets. Every peacekeeping mission is authorized by the UN Security Council.
Statement 2 is correct. It provides security, political, and peacebuilding support to countries under conflicts.
Source: ForumIAS
