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23 May 202526:03

Summary

TLDRThis educational video focuses on international organizations, their headquarters, and key appointments. The speaker highlights important organizations like the International Olympic Committee, WHO, and the International Chess Federation, detailing their locations and significance for exams, particularly UPSC. Notably, the first African woman appointed as Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations is mentioned. The speaker promotes resources like current affairs booklets and subject-wise MCQs to aid exam preparation, emphasizing their relevance for upcoming competitive exams. The video concludes with tips for exam success and a promotional offer for study materials.

Takeaways

  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The International Chess Federation (FIDE) was established in 1924 with its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Christa Coventry from Zimbabwe will officially become the Chairperson of FIDE starting June 2025.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The Summer Olympics 2028 will be held in Los Angeles, USA, and the 2032 Olympics will be in Brisbane, Australia.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Interpol, founded in 1923, has its headquarters in Lyon, France.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The International Solar Alliance, established in November 2015, has its headquarters in Gurugram, India.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Many organizations, like the International Committee of the Red Cross and WHO, have their headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Several organizations, such as the International Hockey Federation and International Boxing Association, have their headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and OPEC are headquartered in Vienna, Austria.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ UNESCO, OECD, and the International Astronomical Union have their headquarters in Paris, France.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ Several international sports organizations, like the International Basketball Federation and World Athletics, have their headquarters in locations such as Switzerland, Monaco, and London.
  • ๐Ÿ˜€ The Commonwealth of Nations, headquartered in London, appointed its first African woman Secretary-General, Shirley Botchwey, making it an important topic for upcoming exams.

Q & A

  • Who is the new chairperson of an international organization appointed in June 2025?

    -The new chairperson appointed is Krista Coventry, who is from Zimbabwe. She will officially take her position in June 2025.

  • Where will the 2028 Summer Olympics be held?

    -The 2028 Summer Olympics will be held in Los Angeles, USA.

  • Which city will host the 2032 Summer Olympics?

    -The 2032 Summer Olympics will be held in Brisbane, Australia.

  • What is the significance of the International Solar Alliance's headquarters in India?

    -The International Solar Alliance's headquarters is located in Gurugram, Haryana, India, and it is the first organization with its headquarters in India.

  • What are some of the organizations headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland?

    -Geneva, Switzerland, is home to the International Red Cross, the European Nuclear Research Commission (CERN), the International Labour Organization, and the World Health Organization, among others.

  • What is the headquarters location of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)?

    -The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has its headquarters in Vienna, Austria.

  • Which international organization has its headquarters in Paris, France?

    -Organizations like UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization), OECD (Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development), and the International Astronomical Union (IAU) have their headquarters in Paris, France.

  • Which organization recently appointed its first African woman as the Secretary-General?

    -The Commonwealth of Nations recently appointed Sharleen Bouchwe, the first African woman, as the Secretary-General.

  • Where is the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) headquartered?

    -The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) is headquartered in Montreal, Canada.

  • What does the speaker recommend to help with UPSC exam preparation?

    -The speaker recommends using study materials such as a current affairs booklet, subject-wise MCQ series, and a combo course that includes General Studies, Static GK, and current affairs for UPSC exam preparation.

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