Question

The necessity to maintain International peace led to the establishment of the United Nations Organisation. With reference to the statement, answer the following:
Write any four functions of the General Assembly.

Answer 1

(i) Financial Functions : The General Assembly considers and approves the budget of the UNO and also determines the amount of funds to be contributed by the different members in accordance with their capacities.
(ii) Electoral Functions : It elects the non-permanent members of the Security Council and the members of Trusteeship, Economic and Social Council. It also elects the judges of International Court of Justice and to appoint on the recommendations of the Security Council, the Secretary General of the United Nations.
(iii) Supervisory Functions : The General Assembly regulates the working of other organs and agencies of the UNO. It can bring changes in the working of any of its agencies, if required.
(iv) Other Functions : The General Assembly makes recommendations to promote international co-operation, human rights and fundamental freedom for all. It also helps in promoting international cooperation and friendship. Under the Uniting for Peace Resolution, if the Security Council is unable to reach a decision the General Assembly can deal with the problem.