Reforms of Peacekeeping

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Which UN resolution established the High-level Independent Panel on Peace Operations (HIPPO)?

  1. Resolution 60/68

  2. Resolution 65/283

  3. Resolution 70/262

  4. Resolution 75/192


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Resolution 65/283, adopted in 2010, established the HIPPO to conduct a comprehensive review of UN peace operations and make recommendations for their improvement.

What was the main focus of the HIPPO report?

  1. Improving the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations

  2. Reducing the cost of peacekeeping operations

  3. Increasing the number of peacekeeping operations

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The HIPPO report focused on identifying ways to improve the effectiveness of peacekeeping operations, including by strengthening their mandates, improving their coordination with other actors, and ensuring that they have the necessary resources.

Which of the following is NOT a key recommendation of the HIPPO report?

  1. Strengthening the mandates of peacekeeping operations

  2. Improving the coordination of peacekeeping operations with other actors

  3. Ensuring that peacekeeping operations have the necessary resources

  4. Reducing the number of peacekeeping operations


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The HIPPO report did not recommend reducing the number of peacekeeping operations. Instead, it called for a more effective and efficient use of resources.

What is the name of the UN peacekeeping operation that was established in 2013 to support the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Mali?

  1. MINUSMA

  2. MONUSCO

  3. UNMISS

  4. UNAMID


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MINUSMA (Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali) was established in 2013 to support the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Mali.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of MINUSMA's mandate?

  1. Protecting civilians

  2. Supporting the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

  3. Promoting human rights

  4. Disarming and demobilizing armed groups


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disarming and demobilizing armed groups is not a key feature of MINUSMA's mandate. This task is typically carried out by national security forces.

What is the name of the UN peacekeeping operation that was established in 2011 to protect civilians and support the political transition in Libya?

  1. UNSMIL

  2. UNMISS

  3. UNAMID

  4. MONUSCO


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNSMIL (United Nations Support Mission in Libya) was established in 2011 to protect civilians and support the political transition in Libya.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of UNSMIL's mandate?

  1. Protecting civilians

  2. Supporting the implementation of the Libyan Political Agreement

  3. Promoting human rights

  4. Providing humanitarian assistance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Providing humanitarian assistance is not a key feature of UNSMIL's mandate. This task is typically carried out by humanitarian agencies.

What is the name of the UN peacekeeping operation that was established in 2007 to protect civilians and support the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Sudan?

  1. UNAMID

  2. UNMISS

  3. MONUSCO

  4. MINUSMA


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNAMID (African Union-United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur) was established in 2007 to protect civilians and support the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Sudan.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of UNAMID's mandate?

  1. Protecting civilians

  2. Supporting the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

  3. Promoting human rights

  4. Providing humanitarian assistance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Providing humanitarian assistance is not a key feature of UNAMID's mandate. This task is typically carried out by humanitarian agencies.

What is the name of the UN peacekeeping operation that was established in 2011 to protect civilians and support the political transition in South Sudan?

  1. UNMISS

  2. UNAMID

  3. MONUSCO

  4. MINUSMA


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNMISS (United Nations Mission in South Sudan) was established in 2011 to protect civilians and support the political transition in South Sudan.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of UNMISS's mandate?

  1. Protecting civilians

  2. Supporting the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

  3. Promoting human rights

  4. Providing humanitarian assistance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Supporting the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement is not a key feature of UNMISS's mandate. This task is typically carried out by national security forces.

What is the name of the UN peacekeeping operation that was established in 1999 to protect civilians and support the implementation of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo?

  1. MONUSCO

  2. UNMISS

  3. UNAMID

  4. MINUSMA


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MONUSCO (United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo) was established in 1999 to protect civilians and support the implementation of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of MONUSCO's mandate?

  1. Protecting civilians

  2. Supporting the implementation of the Lusaka Ceasefire Agreement

  3. Promoting human rights

  4. Providing humanitarian assistance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Providing humanitarian assistance is not a key feature of MONUSCO's mandate. This task is typically carried out by humanitarian agencies.

What is the name of the UN peacekeeping operation that was established in 2004 to protect civilians and support the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Côte d'Ivoire?

  1. UNOCI

  2. UNMISS

  3. UNAMID

  4. MINUSMA


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNOCI (United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire) was established in 2004 to protect civilians and support the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Côte d'Ivoire.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of UNOCI's mandate?

  1. Protecting civilians

  2. Supporting the implementation of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement

  3. Promoting human rights

  4. Providing humanitarian assistance


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Providing humanitarian assistance is not a key feature of UNOCI's mandate. This task is typically carried out by humanitarian agencies.

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