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Case Studies of Peacekeeping Operations

Description: This quiz covers case studies of peacekeeping operations, exploring real-world examples of peacekeeping missions and their outcomes.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which peacekeeping operation was established in response to the Rwandan Genocide in 1994?

  1. United Nations Assistance Mission for Rwanda (UNAMIR)

  2. United Nations Mission in Rwanda (UNAMIR)

  3. United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC)

  4. African Union Mission in Sudan (AMIS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNAMIR was deployed in Rwanda in 1994 with the aim of preventing further violence and facilitating humanitarian assistance, but it was unable to effectively intervene and stop the genocide.

What was the primary objective of the United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP)?

  1. To prevent conflict between Greek and Turkish Cypriots

  2. To facilitate the reunification of Cyprus

  3. To provide humanitarian assistance to Cypriot refugees

  4. To monitor the implementation of a ceasefire agreement

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNFICYP was established in 1964 to prevent further violence between Greek and Turkish Cypriots and to maintain peace and stability on the island.

Which peacekeeping operation was deployed in Somalia in 1992?

  1. United Nations Operation in Somalia (UNOSOM I)

  2. United Nations Operation in Somalia II (UNOSOM II)

  3. African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM)

  4. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNOSOM I was deployed in Somalia in 1992 with the aim of providing humanitarian assistance and facilitating a political settlement to the conflict.

What was the main challenge faced by the United Nations Protection Force (UNPROFOR) in Bosnia and Herzegovina during the 1990s?

  1. Lack of cooperation from the warring parties

  2. Insufficient resources and personnel

  3. Political interference from the international community

  4. Unclear and unrealistic mandate

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNPROFOR faced significant challenges in Bosnia and Herzegovina due to the lack of cooperation from the warring parties, who often obstructed the mission's efforts to implement the peace agreement.

Which peacekeeping operation was established in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1999?

  1. United Nations Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUC)

  2. United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO)

  3. African Union Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (AMISOM)

  4. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MONUC was deployed in the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1999 to monitor the implementation of a ceasefire agreement and to support the transition to a democratic government.

What was the primary goal of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)?

  1. To maintain a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

  2. To provide humanitarian assistance to Lebanese civilians

  3. To monitor the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon

  4. To facilitate the return of displaced Lebanese citizens

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNIFIL was established in 1978 with the aim of maintaining a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon and to help restore peace and stability in the region.

Which peacekeeping operation was deployed in Haiti in 1994?

  1. United Nations Mission in Haiti (UNMIH)

  2. United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH)

  3. African Union Mission in Haiti (AMIH)

  4. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNMIH was deployed in Haiti in 1994 to support the restoration of democracy and to provide security and stability in the country.

What was the main challenge faced by the United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS) during its deployment?

  1. Lack of cooperation from the Sudanese government

  2. Insufficient resources and personnel

  3. Political interference from the international community

  4. Unclear and unrealistic mandate

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNMIS faced significant challenges in Sudan due to the lack of cooperation from the Sudanese government, which often obstructed the mission's efforts to implement the peace agreement.

Which peacekeeping operation was established in Kosovo in 1999?

  1. United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)

  2. United Nations Mission in Kosovo (UNMIK)

  3. Kosovo Force (KFOR)

  4. European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo (EULEX)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNMIK was established in Kosovo in 1999 to administer the province and to facilitate the transition to self-government.

What was the primary objective of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM)?

  1. To support the Somali government in its fight against terrorism

  2. To provide humanitarian assistance to Somali civilians

  3. To monitor the implementation of a ceasefire agreement

  4. To facilitate the political reconciliation process in Somalia

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

AMISOM was deployed in Somalia in 2007 with the aim of supporting the Somali government in its fight against terrorism and to help stabilize the country.

Which peacekeeping operation was established in the Central African Republic in 2014?

  1. United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA)

  2. African Union Mission in the Central African Republic (MISCA)

  3. European Union Force in the Central African Republic (EUFOR RCA)

  4. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MINUSCA was established in the Central African Republic in 2014 to protect civilians, support the political process, and help restore peace and stability in the country.

What was the main challenge faced by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) during its deployment?

  1. Lack of cooperation from the South Sudanese government

  2. Insufficient resources and personnel

  3. Political interference from the international community

  4. Unclear and unrealistic mandate

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

UNMISS faced significant challenges in South Sudan due to the lack of cooperation from the South Sudanese government, which often obstructed the mission's efforts to implement the peace agreement.

Which peacekeeping operation was established in Mali in 2013?

  1. United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA)

  2. African Union Mission in Mali (AFISMA)

  3. European Union Training Mission in Mali (EUTM Mali)

  4. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MINUSMA was established in Mali in 2013 to support the political process, protect civilians, and help stabilize the country.

What was the primary objective of the United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH)?

  1. To support the Haitian government in its efforts to rebuild the country after the 2010 earthquake

  2. To provide humanitarian assistance to Haitian civilians

  3. To monitor the implementation of a ceasefire agreement

  4. To facilitate the political reconciliation process in Haiti

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MINUSTAH was deployed in Haiti in 2010 to support the Haitian government in its efforts to rebuild the country after the devastating earthquake.

Which peacekeeping operation was established in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2019?

  1. United Nations Organization Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (MONUSCO)

  2. African Union Mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (AMISOM)

  3. United Nations Mission in Sudan (UNMIS)

  4. European Union Rule of Law Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (EULEX)

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

MONUSCO was established in the Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2019 to protect civilians, support the political process, and help stabilize the country.

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