Explanation: UNESCO aims to promote peace, social justice, human rights and international security through international cooperation on educational, science and cultural programs. It has 194 member states and is based in Paris, France.

• It is known for its World Heritage Mission which encourages world countries to protect Natural and Cultural Heritage sites.
• It publishes the Global Education Monitoring report and Gender Parity Index. It also leads the Man and Biosphere Programme for protecting Biosphere reserves across the world.

Source: FORUMIAS