World NGO Day  2024: 15 MCQ Quiz, History, Theme, Significance

Celebrate World NGO Day 2024! Test your knowledge with our 15 MCQ quiz on history, theme, and the significance of NGOs.

1. What is the significance of World NGO Day? A) Celebrating government organizations globally
B) Recognizing the efforts of non-governmental organizations
C) Promoting corporate businesses
D) Honoring military services

Answer: B) Recognizing the efforts of non-governmental organizations

2. When is World NGO Day celebrated? A) January 1st
B) February 27th
C) March 8th
D) April 22nd

Answer: B) February 27th

3. What is the theme of World NGO Day 2024? A) Empowering Women and Girls
B) Building a Sustainable Future: The Role of NGOs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
C) Promoting Education for All
D) Eradicating Poverty

Answer: B) Building a Sustainable Future: The Role of NGOs in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

4. Which of the following is NOT a focus area of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? A) Climate Action
B) Gender Equality
C) Space Exploration
D) Quality Education

Answer: C) Space Exploration

5. What is the primary role of NGOs in achieving the SDGs? A) Enforcing government policies
B) Providing financial aid to governments
C) Implementing grassroots initiatives
D) Conducting military operations

Answer: C) Implementing grassroots initiatives

6. Which SDG focuses on ensuring clean water and sanitation for all? A) SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
B) SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
C) SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
D) SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

Answer: B) SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

7. In which year were the Sustainable Development Goals officially adopted by the United Nations? A) 2000
B) 2010
C) 2015
D) 2020

Answer: C) 2015

8. Which organization spearheads the coordination of efforts towards achieving the SDGs? A) World Health Organization (WHO)
B) International Monetary Fund (IMF)
C) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
D) World Trade Organization (WTO)

Answer: C) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

9. What is the primary aim of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? A) Achieving global political dominance
B) Eradicating poverty and inequality while protecting the planet
C) Ensuring military superiority
D) Expanding corporate profits

Answer: B) Eradicating poverty and inequality while protecting the planet

10. Which of the following is NOT one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals? A) Zero Hunger
B) Gender Parity
C) Affordable and Clean Energy
D) Peace and Justice Strong Institutions

Answer: B) Gender Parity

11. Which SDG focuses on promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all? A) SDG 1: No Poverty
B) SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
C) SDG 13: Climate Action
D) SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions

Answer: B) SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

12. What is the main purpose of World NGO Day? A) Promoting government organizations
B) Recognizing the role of non-governmental organizations in society
C) Celebrating religious institutions
D) Commemorating military achievements

Answer: B) Recognizing the role of non-governmental organizations in society

13. Which of the following is a common characteristic of NGOs? A) Profit maximization
B) Government ownership
C) Non-profit orientation
D) Military intervention

Answer: C) Non-profit orientation

14. Which SDG aims to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all? A) SDG 4: Quality Education
B) SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
C) SDG 14: Life Below Water
D) SDG 15: Life on Land

Answer: A) SDG 4: Quality Education

15. What is the overarching goal of World NGO Day's theme for 2024? A) Building a sustainable future through government initiatives
B) Recognizing corporate sustainability efforts
C) Highlighting the importance of NGOs in achieving sustainable development
D) Fostering international military cooperation

Answer: C) Highlighting the importance of NGOs in achieving sustainable development