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International Relations2026
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?

Explanation

The correct option is 1 because the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize twice, first in 1954 and again in 1981, for its efforts in providing protection and assistance to refugees globally. This highlights the international community’s recognition of the ongoing humanitarian crises and the critical role of UN agencies in addressing issues of forced displacement and the protection of human rights, which is a fundamental aspect of global governance and international relations studied in UPSC GS Paper I. Understanding such achievements of UN agencies can provide insights into the challenges and successes of international cooperation in humanitarian efforts.

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