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ICSE · Class 8 · History & Civics

4 concept maps of The United Nations for ICSE Class 8 History & Civics, each also written out as a text outline.

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Timeline of Key Events in the Formation of the United Nations

Timeline of Key Events in the Formation of the United Nations

The map in words

  • 1919
    • League of Nations formed after World War 1
  • 1939
    • World War 2 begins - League of Nations fails
  • 1941
    • Atlantic Charter signed by Roosevelt and Churchill
  • 1942
    • United Nations Declaration signed by 26 nations
  • 1945 Feb
    • Yalta Conference - Big Three meet
  • 1945 Apr
    • San Francisco Conference opens with 50 nations
  • 1945 Jun
    • UN Charter signed by 50 nations on June 26
  • 1945 Oct
    • UN officially established on October 24 - UN Day
  • 1994
    • Trusteeship Council suspends - Palau gains independence

Timeline showing key dates and events in the establishment of the United Nations from 1941 to 1945

Timeline showing key dates and events in the establishment of the United Nations from 1941 to 1945

The map in words

  • 1941
    • Atlantic Charter signed by Roosevelt and Churchill
  • 1942
    • First use of term United Nations by 26 nations
  • 1945 June
    • 50 nations sign UN Charter in San Francisco
  • 1945 October 24
    • UN officially established
  • Poland joins as 51st member

Mind map showing the six main aims of the United Nations and their component objectives

Mind map showing the six main aims of the United Nations and their component objectives

The map in words

  • Aims of the UN
    • Prevent War
      • Save future generations
      • Stop conflicts peacefully
    • Human Rights
      • Equality of all people
      • Women and men equality
      • Dignity and worth
    • International Peace
      • Security for all nations
      • Respect equality of rights
    • Cooperation
      • Solve economic problems
      • Address social issues
      • Humanitarian efforts
    • Peaceful Relations
      • Develop friendly nations
      • Respect sovereignty
      • Common platform

United Nations as a global organization for peace, cooperation, and international security

United Nations as a global organization for peace, cooperation, and international security

The map in words

  • United Nations as a global organization for peace, cooperation, and international security
    • Origin of the UN
    • Aims of the UN
    • Principles of the UN
    • Membership and admission
    • Official language and symbols
    • Six principal organs
    • General Assembly
    • Security Council

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in The United Nations for ICSE Class 8 History & Civics?
Key topics in The United Nations include Origin of the United Nations, Aims and Principles of the United Nations, Facts about the United Nations, Principal Organs of the United Nations. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 8 exams.
What do the concept maps for The United Nations show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in The United Nations connect: Timeline of Key Events in the Formation of the United Nations; Timeline showing key dates and events in the establishment of the United Nations from 1941 to 1945. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise The United Nations for Class 8 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 44 practice questions on The United Nations. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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