Current Context : UNESCO’s Executive Board has nominated Khaled el-Anani, Egypt’s former Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, as the next Director-General of the organization.

ABOUT UNESCO

• Full Form – United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
• Founded In – 1945 (after World War II)
• Headquarters – Paris, France
• Members – 194 member states and 12 associate members
• Goal – To strengthen humanity through education, science, culture, and communication
• Parent Group – Part of the United Nations Sustainable Development Group

FUNCTIONS OF UNESCO

• Promotes literacy, free education, and knowledge exchange among nations.
• Works with governments, NGOs, and private sectors to support learning and innovation.
• Maintains the World Heritage Sites List – identifying and protecting sites of outstanding universal value.