Published online by Cambridge University Press: 22 May 2009
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) held its ninth General Conference in New Delhi from November 5 to December 5, 1956. It was presided over by Mr. Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, Minister of Education (India).1 Of the 76 states which were members of UNESCO as of June 30, 1956, the Conference recognized as valid the credentials of 73 attending member states. In addition, the Conference was attended by delegates from associate members, and observers from non-member states, the UN and international and non-governmental organizations.
1 For information on the eighth General Conference, see International Organization, IX, p. 280–285. The above summary of the ninth General Conference is based on the following documents: United Nation s Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Documents 9C/Resolutions (prov.), 9C/3, 9C/5 Corr.I, and 9C/5 Add.I.
2 The tribunal is the final court of appeal for staff members against a decision of th e Director-General alleged to conflict with their terms of appointment, or with any relevant regulation.
3 UNESCO Chronicle, II, No. 10, p. 294.
4 Document 45 EX/Decisions.
5 For further information regarding the Court's decision, see this issue, p. 160–162.