UPSC Prelims 2026·GS1·polity·international organisations

Consider the following UN organisations/agencies : 1. World Food Programme 2. United Nations Children's Fund 3. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees 4. International Labour Organisation How many of the above has/have been awarded the Nobel Prize twice ?

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  1. A1Correct
  2. B2
  3. C3
  4. D4

Explanation

The correct answer is Option A (Only 1), because only one organisation among the choices provided has received the Nobel Peace Prize twice.

  • United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) - Correct: The UNHCR is the only organisation on this list to win the Nobel Peace Prize twice. It was first awarded the prize in 1954 for its ground-breaking work in resettling European refugees after World War II. It received its second Nobel Peace Prize in 1981 for its broadened, global mandate in safeguarding fundamental refugee rights across the world.
  • World Food Programme (WFP) - Incorrect: The WFP has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize only once, in 2020. It was recognised for its efforts to combat global hunger, particularly in conflict-affected areas, and to prevent the use of starvation as a weapon of war and conflict.
  • United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) - Incorrect: UNICEF has won the Nobel Peace Prize only once, in 1965. It was awarded the prize for its promotion of brotherhood among nations and its efforts to improve the lives of children and mothers globally.
  • International Labour Organisation (ILO) - Incorrect: The ILO has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize only once, in 1969. The award coincided with its 50th anniversary and recognised its historic work in establishing international legislation to protect workers' rights and improve working conditions.

Takeaway: Among the given UN bodies, only the UNHCR holds the distinction of being a two-time Nobel laureate (1954 and 1981). Therefore, since exactly one agency satisfies the condition, Option A is correct.

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