Q. Which one of the following international organizations primarily focuses on addressing issues related to development in the Global South?
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[A] International Monetary Fund (IMF)

[B] United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)

[C] World Health Organization (WHO)

[D] The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

Answer: D
Notes:

Explanation – The UNDP is the primary United Nations agency focused on development issues in the Global South, which refers to low- and middle-income countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. The organization’s mandate is to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and build resilience to crises and shocks.

Source: Forum IAS

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