Question

Why is the Security Council an important organ of the United Nations?

Answer 1

Instructions:
Explain this answer in 3 to 4 points. Briefly introduce the UNSC and then list down its important powers and functions.

Solution:

• The United Nations Security Council is a 15 member organ whose primary responsibility is to ensure international peace and security to all member nations.

It is an important organ of the UNO because-

• Its 5 permanent members have the power to veto any decision made by the security council.
• It tries to maintain peace and friendly relations between the member nations and can recommend military action against any nation which threatens the sovereignty of other nations.
• It also recommends the appointment of the UN-Secretary General and the judges of the International Court of Justice.