What is the primary function of UNICEF (The United Nations Children's Fund)?
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Correct answer: To deliver humanitarian and developmental aid for children
UNICEF was originally created to provide emergency food and healthcare to children in countries devastated by World War II. Today, it works in over 190 countries to protect children's rights and provide life-saving assistance.
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