40. With reference to UNSC
i. It is the only UN body with the authority to issue binding resolutions to member states.
ii. The veto power is wielded solely by the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, enabling them to prevent the adoption of any "substantive" resolution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
40. With reference to UNSC
i. It is the only UN body with the authority to issue binding resolutions to member states.
ii. The veto power is wielded solely by the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, enabling them to prevent the adoption of any "substantive" resolution.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
The correct option is C c) Both
Ans 40 C
Explanation: The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, charged with the maintenance of international peace and security as well as accepting new members to the United Nations and approving any changes to its United Nations Charter. Its powers include the establishment of peacekeeping operations, the establishment of international sanctions, and the authorization of military action through Security Council resolutions; it is the only UN body with the authority to issue binding resolutions to member states.
c) Both
Ans 40 C
Explanation: The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations, charged with the maintenance of international peace and security as well as accepting new members to the United Nations and approving any changes to its United Nations Charter. Its powers include the establishment of peacekeeping operations, the establishment of international sanctions, and the authorization of military action through Security Council resolutions; it is the only UN body with the authority to issue binding resolutions to member states.
