Which among the following countries quit "UNESCO" in 2019?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (B) Israel & USA

Info Booster:

• USA:
  • Withdrew from UNESCO in 2019 citing bias against Israel.
  • Rejoined UNESCO in 2023.
• Israel:
  • Withdrew from UNESCO in 2019 due to its stance on Jerusalem.
  • Israel’s policies have often led to tensions with UNESCO over heritage site recognition.

Additional Knowledge:

• UNESCO was established in 1945 to promote international collaboration through education, science, and culture.
  
• The organization's key programs include World Heritage Sites, education for all, and cultural preservation.
  
•  Despite its withdrawal, the USA continues to maintain a non-member observer status at UNESCO.
  
•  Other notable withdrawals from UNESCO in the past include Singapore (1986) and UK (1985–1997).