The goal of universal immunization was set.

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Explanation:

World Health Organization (WHO):

The World Health Organization (WHO) is a United Nations specialised body that studies public health issues.
There are 194 countries that are members of the WHO.
When diplomats met to form the United Nations in 1945, one of the things they discussed was setting up a global health organization.
The World Health Organization's Constitution went into effect on April 7, 1948, which is now known as World Health Day.
The WHO's global headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland.

Important Points

Goals:

WHO aims to promote health, keep the globe secure, and help the vulnerable worldwide.
One of the main objectives is to ensure that all people are immunised against diseases that can be prevented by vaccines.
It ensures that a billion more people have access to universal health coverage.
It protects people from health emergencies and improves their health and well-being.

Thus, the goal of universal immunization was set by the world health organization.

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Additional Information

Agencies	Full form	Founded	Goals
UNICEF	The United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund	11 December 1946 headquarter, New York, The United State of America	No poverty. Zero hunger. Good health and well-being. Quality education. Gender equality. Clean water and sanitation. Affordable and clean energy
UNESCO	The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization	16 November 1945, London, United Kingdom	Advancing inclusive quality education for all Promoting integrated water resources management ocean sustainability and protection of biodiversity.
ICMR	Indian Council of Medical Research	1911, New Delhi	Formulation, coordination and promotion of biomedical research.