Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists:
| List I (UN Peacekeeping Operation) | List II (Period of Operation) | |
|---|---|---|
| A. | UNMIL | 1. 2007 – 2010 |
| B. | MINURCAT | 2. 2002 – 2005 |
| C. | MINUSTAH | 3. 2003 – 2018 |
| D. | UNMISET | 4. 2004 – 2017 |
Answer & explanation
Answer: (b) A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2
UNMIL in Liberia ran from 2003 to 2018 and MINUSTAH in Haiti from 2004 to 2017. MINURCAT in the Central African Republic and Chad ran from 2007 to 2010, and UNMISET in East Timor from 2002 to 2005. That gives A-3, B-1, C-4, D-2.
- ✓ A UNMIL (Liberia) was set up in 2003 and completed its mandate on 30 March 2018, so it pairs with 2003–2018 (3).
- ✓ B MINURCAT (Central African Republic and Chad) began under Security Council Resolution 1778 of 2007 and its mandate ended on 31 December 2010, so it pairs with 2007–2010 (1).
- ✓ C MINUSTAH (Haiti) was established on 1 June 2004 and completed its mission on 15 October 2017, so it pairs with 2004–2017 (4).
- ✓ D UNMISET (East Timor) ran from May 2002 to May 2005, so it pairs with 2002–2005 (2).
Remember · Liberia UNMIL 2003–18; Haiti MINUSTAH 2004–17; Chad and CAR MINURCAT 2007–10; East Timor UNMISET 2002–05. Fixing two pairs usually settles the code.
Sources
- United Nations Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) website ↗ · reference work “The United Nations Mission in Liberia was established in October 2003 to support for the implementation of a ceasefire agreement and peace process, and to assist with the maintenance and restoration of law and order throughout Liberia. The mission successfully completed its mandate on 30 March 2018.”
- United Nations Stabilization Mission in Haiti (MINUSTAH) website ↗ · reference work “MINUSTAH was established on 1 June 2004 by Security Council Resolution 1542 to assist with the restoration and maintenance of the rule of law, protect civilians and support transition to a secure and stable environment.”
- United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT) website ↗ · reference work “The United Nations Mission in the Central African Republic and Chad (MINURCAT) mandate ended on 31 December 2010 following UN Security Council Resolution 1923, with Chad assuming responsibility for civilian protection and UN agencies continuing peacebuilding efforts.”
- UN Integrated Mission in Timor-Leste, Timeline of UN missions in Timor-Leste ↗ · reference work “UNMISET United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor May 2002–May 2005 UN Security Council establishes the United Nations Mission of Support in East Timor to support the newly independent nation.”
Question and answer: UPSC's provisional GS Paper I (2026, Series A) — paper ↗ · answer key ↗. Explanation: Minimalist IAS, checked 30 Sept 2026 (how we verify). ·