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Theme 01: The First War of Independence in 1857
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The First War of Independence in 1857
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Theme 02: Growth of Nationalism
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Growth of Nationalism
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Theme 03: Programme and Achievements of Early Nationalists
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Programme and Achievements of Early Nationalists – Part 1
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Programme and Achievements of Early Nationalists – Part 2
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Theme 04: Partition of Bengal.
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Partition of Bengal.
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Theme 05: Rise of Assertive Nationalism
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Rise of Assertive Nationalism
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Theme 06: The Muslim League and the Lucknow Pact
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The Muslim League and the Lucknow Pact
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Theme 07: Mahatma Gandhi and the National Movement
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Mahatma Gandhi and the National Movement
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Theme 08: Quit India Movement
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Quit India Movement
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Theme 09: Forward Bloc and the Indian National Army
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Forward Bloc and the Indian National Army
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Theme 10: Independence and Partition of India
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Independence and Partition of India
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Theme 11: The First World War
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The First World War
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Theme 12: Rise of Dictatorships
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Rise of Dictatorships
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Theme 13: The Second World War
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The Second World War
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Theme 14: United Nations Organisation
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United Nations Organisation
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Theme 15: Major Agencies of the United Nations
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Major Agencies of the United Nations
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Theme 16: Universal Declaration of Human Rights
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Universal Declaration of Human Rights
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Theme 17: Non-Aligned Movement
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Non-Aligned Movement
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Civics
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Theme 01: The Union Parliament
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Theme 02: The Union Executive: President and Vice-President..
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Theme 03: The Prime Minister and Council of Ministers
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Theme 04: The Judiciary: The Supreme Court
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Theme 05: The State Judiciary: The High Courts
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History & Civics – 10
About Lesson

Here’s a summary of the major agencies of the United Nations for your Class 9 ICSE History:

The United Nations (UN) is an international organization founded in 1945 after World War II. It is committed to maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting social progress, better living standards, and human rights. The UN has several specialized agencies, programs, and funds that work on specific issues. Some of the major agencies of the UN include:

1. United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF): Established in 1946, UNICEF provides humanitarian and developmental assistance to children and mothers in developing countries.

2. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO): Founded in 1945, UNESCO promotes international collaboration in education, science, culture, and communication.

3. World Health Organization (WHO): Established in 1948, WHO is responsible for international public health. It coordinates responses to health emergencies and promotes health initiatives worldwide.

4. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO): Founded in 1945, FAO leads international efforts to defeat hunger. It helps countries improve agriculture, forestry, and fisheries practices.

5. International Labour Organization (ILO): Established in 1919 and became a UN agency in 1946, ILO sets international labor standards and promotes decent work for all.

6. United Nations Development Programme (UNDP): Established in 1965, UNDP works to eradicate poverty, reduce inequalities, and promote sustainable development worldwide.

7. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR): Founded in 1950, UNHCR protects and assists refugees around the world. It provides shelter, food, and other life-saving assistance.

8. **United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)**: Established in 1972, UNEP coordinates environmental activities, assists in developing environmental policies, and promotes sustainable development.

These agencies, along with other UN bodies, play crucial roles in addressing global challenges and promoting peace, security, and development worldwide.

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