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Role of India in United Nations

Quick Points to Remember
• UN peacekeeping organization

• India one of founding members
• Active contribution in peacekeeping operations
• Fight against racial discrimination, colonialism, apartheid etc.
• Women officers for peacekeeping operations

Introduction
The United Nations is a peacekeeping global organization and was formed in
October 1945. It was formed so that no world war takes place or no such situation of
destruction arises.
India is said to be one of the founding members of United Nations and participated
in the declaration signed in 1945. India actively supports the UN in all its missions
and operations.
So we are a proud member of the UN spreading peace across the world.
Key Points

• The United Nations has 193 states as its members.
• India is said to be one of the original members that strongly supports the
peacekeeping efforts of United Nations.
• The country has participated in international reforms and has also received
assistance from United Nations whenever required.
• India is a part of the G-4 and G-77 nations at the UN.
• The United Nations has often honoured the Indian peacekeepers for their
sacrifices.

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