The United Nations apart from its main organs also work through its allied agencies. In this context, answer the following questions:

(a) Write the expanded form of UNESCO. Mention two of its functions in the field of education.

(b) Explain three vital roles that the WHO plays in combating diseases.

(c) Mention any two functions of the UNICEF.

(a) The expanded form of UNESCO is United Nations Educational, Scientific And Cultural Organization. Two functions of UNESCO in the field of education are-

1. Removal of illiteracy by encouragement to adult education, distance-education and the open school system.
2. Emphasis on education of women and girls.

(b) Three vital roles that the WHO plays in combating diseases are as follows:

1. It gives important drugs needed for medical care. The WHO launched a programme to immunise children against six major diseases — Measles, Diphtheria, Tetanus, Tuberculosis, Polio and Whooping Cough.
2. It promotes research to cure and prevent diseases.
3. It defines standards for the strength and purity of medicines including biological products:

(c) Two functions of the UNICEF are as follows:

1. It works for the protection of children in respect of their survival, health, and well-being. This is done in cooperation with individuals, civic groups, governments and the private sector.
2. It provides funds for training personnel, including health and sanitation workers, teachers and nutritionists. Universal Child Immunisation against preventable diseases was one of the leading goals of UNICEF.