Headquarters of Organisations

International organizations Headquarters Commonwealth of Nations London, United

Kingdom
United Nations Organisation New York, USA
Amnesty International London, United
Kingdom
United Nations Children’s Emergency Fund New York, USA
(UNICEF)
Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) Rome, Italy

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) New York, USA

North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) Brussels,
Belgium
UN Women New York, USA
Universal Postal Union Berne,
United Nations Security Council (UNSC) New York, USA Switzerland

International Monetary Fund (IMF) Washington DC, Association of Southeast Asian Nations Jakarta,
United States (ASEAN) Indonesia

World Bank Group (WBG) Washington DC, Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Queenstown,
United States (APEC) Singapore

World Health Organisation (WHO) Geneva, Transparency International Berlin, Germany

Switzerland
International Renewable Energy Agency Abu Dhabi (UAE)
International Labour Organisation Geneva,
Switzerland South Asian Association for Regional Kathmandu,
Cooperation Nepal
International Committee of the Red Cross Geneva,
Switzerland Organization of Islamic Cooperation Jeddah, Saudi
Arabia
World Trade Organisation Geneva,
Switzerland Indian Ocean Rim Association for Ebene, Mauritius
Regional Cooperation
World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) Geneva,
Switzerland Worldwide Fund for Nature Gland,
Switzerland
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Geneva,
Switzerland International Union of Pure and Applied North Carolina
Chemistry
International Organization for Standardization Geneva,
Switzerland Organization for the Prohibition of The Hague, The
Chemical Weapons Netherlands
UNAIDS Geneva,
Switzerland International Olympic Committee Lausanne,
Switzerland
United Nations Educational Scientific and Paris, France
Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) World Economic Forum Cologny-Geneva,
Switzerland
Organization for Economic Cooperation and Paris, France
Development (OECD) International Union for Conservation of Gland,
Nature (IUCN) Switzerland

United Nations Industrial Development Vienna, Austria

Organization (UNIDO) International Council on Monuments and Paris, France
Sites (ICOMOS)

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Vienna, Austria

United Nations Environment Programme Nairobi, Kenya
(UNEP)
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries Vienna, Austria
(OPEC)
United Nations High Commissioner for Geneva,
Refugees (UNHCR) Switzerland
International Maritime Organisation (IMO) London, United
Kingdom
United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Vienna, Austria
(UNODC)
 United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Turin, Italy
Research Institute (UNICRI)

UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Geneva, Switzerland

International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Montreal, Canada

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) New York, USA

International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) Rome, Italy

International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Geneva, Switzerland

United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Madrid, Spain

United Nations University (UNU) Tokyo, Japan

International Court of Justice (ICJ) The Hague,

Netherlands

United Nations Conference on Trade and Development Geneva, Switzerland

(UNCTAD)

UN-Habitat Nairobi, Kenya

World Food Programme (WFP) Rome, Italy

UN-OHRLLS New York, USA

Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights Geneva, Switzerland

(OHCHR)

United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Geneva, Switzerland

(UNHCR)

LIST OF MOST REPEATED TOPICS FOR AFCAT

First Cabinet of Free India
 Political Parties and their Founders

Organiza
Description
tion

- Year: 1837 - Founded in 1870

- Founder: Dwarkanath Tagore - Founder: Mary Carpenter in Bristol, with the

assistance of Keshub Chunder Sen.
- Place: Kolkata
- The organization's full name was originally
- Other members: Radhakant Deb, Prasanna Kumar Nation ‘National Indian Association in Aid of Social
Tagore, Rajkamal Sen and Bhabani Charan Mitra al Progress in India’.
Indian
- Objectives: It was an association of landholders of Associ - The initial goal of this organizationwas to
Bengal, Bihar and Orissa, and its principal objective was to ation promote female education in India.
guard its class interests. (NIA)
Landhol
• They also attempted to educate and inform the
ders’ - Membership: Also extended to non-official Britishers British on Indian issues.
Society engaged in trade and commerce in Bengal. - As the number of Indians in Britain grew, it
became more important to facilitate social
- It was the first to adopt the path of constitutional interaction between Indian visitors and British
demonstration for the fulfilment of its objectives. residents.
- Spread: It failed to take root in areas outside the Bengal - Founded in 1875
Presidency, where the Permanent Settlement was not in
vogue. - Founded by Sisir Kumar Ghose.
Indian
- Suppression: It became inactive around 1842, although it League - Aims: The League aspired to represent not only
maintained a precarious existence till 1850. The Bengal the middle class but the masses as well and to
British India Society took its place. stimulate a sense of nationalism among the people.
- Founded in 1843 - Founded in 1876

- Place: Calcutta - Founder: Surendranath Banerjee and Ananda

Bengal Mohan Bose.
British - Aims/objectives: To promote good citizenship qualities in
India the Indian people, raise public awareness about the state of - Background: In 1875, Sisir Kumar Ghosh and
Society governance, and work toward their realisation through Sambhu Charan Mukherjee founded 'The India
peaceful and legal means consistent with loyalty to the League to represent the middle class and foster a
person and government of the reigning sovereign in sense of nationalism among the people.
England.
- The Indian National Association was founded as
- Founded in October 1851 the Bharat Sabha, and its first annual conference
was held in Calcutta. In 1886, this organization
- Place: Calcutta merged with the Indian National Congress.
Indian
- Its President and Secretary are Raja Radhakant Deb and Nation - Its main objectives were:
Debendranath Tagore, respectively. al
British Associ
Indian • establish a powerful public opinion on political
- Other members of the Association: Ramgopal Ghosh, ation issues;
Associat
Peary Chand Mitra and Krishnadas Pal. • bring Indians together behind a common
ion
political agenda.
- Its membership was kept exclusive to Indians. - It opposed the removal of the age limit for Indian
Civil Service candidates in 1877.
- Objective: To secure improvements in the local
administration of the country and in the system of - The organization advocated for concurrent civil
government laid down by Parliament. service examinations in both England and India, as
- Founded in 1852 well as the Indianization of higher administrative
positions.
- Place: Calcutta
- The Indian National Association spearheaded
Bengal - Aims/objectives:It petitioned the British Parliament to form an effort to repeal the repressive Arms Act and the
Associat an Indian legislative council entirely composed of Indians Vernacular Press Act.
ion only.

- It also condemned the policy of excluding Indians from all

higher-level positions, as well as the lavish spending on
European postings.
Organiza
Description
tion
- Founded in 1865
- Place: London
- Founded under the guidance of Dadabhai Naoroji.
- Of the founding group of students included W. C.
Bannerjea, Manmohan Ghose, Pherozeshah Mehta and
London Badruddin Tyabji.by Dadabhai
Indian
Society - It was founded by Indian students as a forum for airing
political grievances.
- Honorary membership was allowed for Europeans, but
they could not vote or hold office.
- The London Indian Society was taken over by the East
India Association in 1866, though it continued to exist in
some form for a few more years.
- Year: 1866
- Founded by Dadabhai Naoroji in collaboration with
Indians and retired British officials.
- Place: London
- First President: Lord Lyveden
- It superseded the London Indian Society.
- It was a platform for discussing matters and ideas about
India and to provide representation for Indians to the
Government.
East
India - From its inception, the East India Association published a
Associat
journal (Journal of the East India Association).
ion
- Udham Singh assassinated the former Governor of Punjab
at the time of the Amritsar Massacre in March 1940,
following a lecture delivered by Michael O'Dwyer at Caxton
Hall.
- Merger: In 1949, the East India Association merged with
the National Indian Association to form the Britain, India,
and Pakistan Association.
• It merged with the former India Society, now known as
the Royal India, Pakistan, and Ceylon Society, in
1966 to form the Royal Society for India, Pakistan, and
Ceylon.
- Founded in April 1870.
- Place: Pune, Maharashtra
- Founders: It resulted from the labour of many great men
like G.V. Joshi, S.H. Sathe, S.H. Chiplonkar and Mahadev
Govind Ranade (Joined in 1871).
- Aims/objectives: The Sabha was created to act as an
intermediary between the government and the Indians.
Poona - In 1872, the Sabha established a sub-committee to
Sarvajan investigate the state's peasant and agricultural conditions
ik Sabha and protect them from exploitation.
- In 1876, the Sabha organised famine relief in the Deccan
region.
- It set up arbitration courts (nyayn sabhas) for the private
settlement of civil disputes in order to save people from the
high costs of litigation.
- In 1875, the Sabha petitioned the House of Commons for
Indian representation in the British Parliament.
- Founded in 1885 by Pherozshah Mehta, K.T
Telang, and Badruddin Tyabji.
- It was founded in response to Lytton's reactionary
policies and the Ilbert Bill controversy.
- The association has always had cordial relations
with the Poona Sarvajanik Sabha.
Bomba
y - In September 1885, the Bombay Presidency
Presid Association, Poona Sarvajanik Sabha, Madras
ency Mahajana Sabha, and Indian Association of Calcutta
Associ sent a joint deputation to England to present India's
ation case to the British electorate.
- The delegation was led by N. Chandavarkar of
Bombay, Ramaswami Mudaliar of Madras, and
Manmohan Ghosh of Calcutta.
- The Triumvirate' or 'The Three Stars' of
Bombay's public life were Badruddin Tyabji,
Pherozeshah Mehta, and Kashinath Telang.
organiz
Description
ation
- Established in 1852
- Place: Chennai
- Founded by Gajula Lakshminarasu Chetty.
- It was the first Indian political association to be
formed in the Madras presidency. It was the
political centre of the presidency's landed gentry,
who had grievances against Company rule.
- Factors that led to the establishment of the
organization: The impending discussion in the
British Parliament regarding Company rule in India
Madras provided the impetus for MNA's formation.
Native
Organiz - Dissatisfied with the Company administration, the
ation MNA petitioned the British Parliament to end the
(MNA) Company regime following the passage of the
Charter Act of 1853.
• The association presented the ryots'
grievances under the land settlement
systems in its first petition to Parliament in
1852, urging immediate action.
• This was followed by a visit from H.D.
Seymour, Chairman of the Indian Reform
Society, leading to the formation of the
Torture Commission in 1854.
- Dissolution of the organization: The MNA was
dissolved in 1867. Despite the efforts to revive it in
the 1870s, it ceased to exist by 1881.
- Founded in May 1884.
- Place: Madras
- Founded by M Veeraraghavachariar, G
Subramania Iyer, and P Ananda Charlu.
Madras - First president: P Rangaiah Naidu
Mahaja
n - Aim: As stated at the Adayar Theosophical
Sabha Society conference, the goal is to free the country
from British rule and to resolve national issues.
- The Sabha has advocated for a variety of
measures while remaining moderate
- The Madras Mahajana Sabha launched the Salt
Satyagraha in George Town in April 1930.
 Awards -Static information

• Bharat Ratna – India’s highest civilian award

• Padma Vibhushan – India’s second-highest civilian award
• Padma Bhushan – India’s third-highest civilian award
• Padma Shri – India’s fourth-highest civilian award
• Nobel Prize – International award for outstanding achievements in various fields
• Magsaysay Awards – Awarded for outstanding contributions to public service, leadership, journalism,
literature, and creative arts
• Pulitzer Prize – Awarded for achievements in newspaper, magazine, and online journalism, literature,
and musical composition
• Academy Awards (Oscars) – Awards for achievements in the film industry
• Booker Prize – Awarded for the best original novel written in English and published in the UK
• Arjuna Award – India’s second-highest sporting award
• Dronacharya Award – India’s highest sporting coaching award
• Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award – India’s highest sporting award
• Gallantry Awards – Awarded for bravery and valor in the face of adversity.

Nobel Prize
Nobel Prize is given every year to those eminent persons who have made pioneering achievements in fields,
like, Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Peace, Literature and Economics. Apart from Economics, all other
categories have been given since 1901. Economics Nobel Prize was instituted in 1967 and was first given in
1969.
• It is the most coveted international award in the world.
• Instituted by Alfred Bernard Nobel (inventor of dynamite).
• The award is given on December 10 (the death anniversary of Alfred Bernard Nobel).
Nobel Laureates of
Field Year
India

Rabindranath Tagore Literature 1913

C.V. Raman Physics 1930
Mother Teresa Peace 1979

Amartya Sen Economic Studies 1998

Kailash Satyarthi Peace 2014

Magsaysay Awards
Ramon Magsaysay Award is an annual award named after the late President of the Philippines, Ramon
Magsaysay. It was established in 1957 to recognize individuals and organizations in Asia who manifest the
same ideals of integrity, courageous service to the people, and pragmatic idealism that characterized the life
of the late President.
• Instituted in 1957 and named after Ramon Magsaysay, the former President of the Philippines.
• This award is given annually on August 31
• Award is given for outstanding contributions to public service, community leadership, journalism,
literature and creative arts, and international understanding.
• Regarded as the Nobel Prize of Asia.
Oscar Awards
The Academy Awards, commonly known as the Oscars, is an annual awards ceremony honoring
outstanding achievements in the film industry. The ceremony is one of the most prestigious events in the
entertainment industry and is viewed by millions of people around the world.
• Instituted in 1929
• Conferred annually by the Academy of Motion Pictures in the USA.
• The first Indian to get an Oscar was Bhanu Athaiya for the movie ‘Gandhi’.
• Satyajit Ray was the first Indian awarded Oscar for lifetime achievements in cinema in 1992.

UNESCO Peace Prize

Established in 1989, UNESCO Peace Prize is an international award and honour presented by the United
Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). The prize is awarded annually to
individuals, organizations, or institutions that have made significant contributions to promoting peace,
tolerance, and non-violence. The prize includes a sum of money, a diploma, and a medal.
The UNESCO Peace Prize is one of the most prestigious international awards and honours for peace and is
highly respected in the global community.
• Also known as the Félix Houphouët-Boigny Peace Prize
• Presented by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)
• For extraordinary contributions for international peace.

Pulitzer Prize
Pulitzer Prize is one of the most prestigious awards and honours in the field of journalism and literary arts. It
is administered by Columbia University and is considered one of the highest honors in the United States.
Winning a Pulitzer Prize is considered a hallmark of achievement in the respective field and can significantly
boost an individual’s career prospects. The prize has been awarded to several notable figures, including
Ernest Hemingway, Harper Lee, and Bob Dylan.
• Instituted in 1917 and named after the US Publisher Joseph Pulitzer.
• Conferred annually in the USA
• For accomplishments in journalism, literature, and music.

Mahatma Gandhi Peace Prize

Mahatma Gandhi Peace Prize is an annual award presented by the Government of India to individuals and
organizations who have contributed significantly to promoting the cause of peace, non-violence, and
Gandhian values. The award consists of a cash prize of Rs. 1 crore, a citation, and a plaque.
The Mahatma Gandhi Peace Prize is one of the most important and sought-after peace awards globally. The
award has been presented to several eminent personalities and organizations, including the late Nelson
Mandela and the Ramakrishna Mission.
• Instituted in 1995 by the Government of India.
• It is presented for international peace on the lines of the Nobel Prize.

Man Booker Prize

Man Booker Prize is one of the most prestigious literary awards in the world. It was established in 1969 to
recognize the best works of fiction written in the English language and published in the United Kingdom. The
award is open to writers from the Commonwealth countries, Ireland and Zimbabwe. In 2014, it was
expanded to include any novel written in English and published in the UK. The winning author receives a
cash prize and worldwide recognition.
• Highest literary award to authors of British, Irish and Commonwealth countries
• The prize was named after the company that sponsored it, the Man Group, which withdrew its
sponsorship in 2019.
Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award in India, which is awarded for exceptional service towards the
advancement of art, literature, and science, and in recognition of public service of the highest order.
Some of the notable recipients of Bharat Ratna include Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Mother Teresa, Rajiv
Gandhi, Lata Mangeshkar, Sachin Tendulkar, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, and Pranab Mukherjee, among others. The
award is a symbol of national pride and honor and is bestowed upon individuals who have made exemplary
contributions towards the progress and development of the nation.
• Highest civilian award of India.
• Presented by the Government of India.
• Presented for exceptional public service and rarest achievements in the field of art, literature and
science.
• Instituted in 1954 and is conferred by the President of India.
• First recipient was C. Rajagopalchari

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna

The Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna is India’s highest honor in sports. It is awarded to the country’s most outstanding
athletes for their exceptional achievements and contributions to the field of sports. To be eligible for the award,
the athlete must have consistently performed at the international level and brought recognition to the country.
The selection process involves a committee consisting of eminent sportspersons and sports administrators
who evaluate the performances of athletes and make recommendations for the award.
• Instituted in the year 1992, the award is named after former Prime Minister of India, Rajiv Gandhi.
• The award and honour is presented annually by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
• Presented for commendable display by the players.

Dhanvantri Award
• These awards are given for extraordinary performance in the medical sciences.
Dhyan Chand Award
• Dhyan Chand Award is given for sports and games
• It was initiated in 2002
• The first awardee are Ashoka Diwan, Shahuraj Birajdar, and Aparna Ghosh
Arjuna Awards
• Instituted in 1961
• Given by Sports Ministry, Government of India.
• These are given for the special achievements in different types of sports.
Dronacharya Awards
• Dronacharya Award is given for outstanding coaches in sports and games.
• It was instituted in 1985.
• Given by Sports Ministry, Government of India.
• These are given to sports coaches.
• The first awardee are Bhalchandra Bhaskar Bhagwat, O.M. Nambiar, and Om Prakash Bhardwaj

Dadasaheb Phalke Award

• Dadasaheb Phalke Award is given for outstanding contribution to the growth and development of the
Indian cinema
• This award was initiated in 1969
• The first receiver of this award was Devika Rani
Pritzker Architecture Prize
• Pritzker Architecture is awarded in the field of Architecture
• This award started in the year 1979
• The first awardee was Philip Johnson
Grammy Award
• Grammy Award is given for outstanding achievement in the music industry
• This award and honour was initiated in 1959
• The first receiver of the ‘Record of the Year’ was Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volare), first receiver of ‘Album of
the Year’ was The Music from Peter Gunn and ‘Song of the Year’ was Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volare)