Question

Which one of the following is the essential function of the General Assembly ?

• A. To discuss the problems facing the world
• B. To prepare the whole budget for U.N.O. and to find out the ways and means to meet the expenses therein
• C. To prepare and improve the International Laws
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All the above

According to the Charter of the United Nations, the General Assembly may:

1. It can discuss any matter affecting international peace and security.
2. It passes the budget of the UN.
3. It elects the 10 non-permanent members of the Security Council.
4. It elects the members of the ECOSOC and judges for the international court of justice at Hague and some members of the Trusteeship Council.
5. It participates in the election of the Secretary-General of the UN.
6. It admits new members in the UN on the recommendation of the Security Council.
7. It receives and supervises reports of the Security Council and other organs of the UN.