India’s contribution to UN peacekeeping fund

India contributes $500,000 to UN Peacebuilding Fund

Question: How much has India contributed to the UN peacekeeping fund recently?
(a) $ 4 lakh
(b) $ 5 lakh
(c) $ 10 lakh
(d) $ 15 lakh
Ans: (b)
Related facts:

  • According to a report published on July 1, 2017, India contributed $ 5 lakh to UN peacekeeping fund.
  • India became a member of the Peacekeeping Commission since it’s inception in 2005..
  • India’s total contribution to the Peacekeeping Commission so far amounts to $ 50 lakh.
  • The fund provided by member countries support efforts to build peace in countries emerging from conflict.

Related Links:-
http://www.businessinsider.in/India-contributes-500000-to-UN-Peacebuilding-Fund/articleshow/59398963.cms
http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/un-peacebuilding-fund-india-contributes-usd-500-000-un-peacekeeping-force/1/991770.html