ICAEW SE · Chapter 3 · Question 4 of 8
The UN Global Compact asks businesses to commit to ten principles. These principles cover which four areas?
Test yourself: pick an answer
Reveal answer & explanation
Correct answer: A) Human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption
Explanation
The UN Global Compact is a voluntary initiative under which companies commit to ten principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption. It is an example of an international organisation driving change through voluntary commitment rather than law.
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