Correct Answer:
C. 1945
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) was established in 1945, specifically on October 16th, in Quebec City, Canada. It is a specialized agency of the United Nations that leads international efforts to defeat hunger and improve nutrition and food security. Its founding year aligns with the post-World War II period when international cooperation for global stability and welfare became paramount.
- Option A, 1919, is incorrect as it predates the UN and the FAO's formation.
- Option B, 1943, falls during World War II, before the UN's establishment.
- Option D, 1949, is too late, as the organization was already operational by then.