Sustainable Development Goals Overview

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In the context of globalization, what is the driving force that is considered stronger than the government?

Market

What role does the government play in relation to the market in globalization?

Regulator

Which claim of globalization states that it is about the liberalization and global integration of markets?

Claim one

What is considered an expected outcome of globalization?

Global peace

Which metaphor from the text symbolizes challenge, hindrance, or problem in the context of globalization?

Solid

Who/what is considered to be self-regulating in the process of globalization?

Market

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for membership in the United Nations?

Having a democratic form of government

What is the voting requirement in the UN Security Council for recommending a new member State?

An affirmative vote of 9 out of 15 members, provided none of the 5 permanent members vote against

Which of the following is NOT one of the stated purposes of the United Nations?

To promote economic and military alliances among member States

What is the final step in the process for a State to become a member of the United Nations?

Membership becomes effective the date the resolution for admission is adopted

Which principle is the United Nations organization based on?

The principle of sovereign equality of all members

What is required for the UN General Assembly to admit a new member State?

A two-thirds majority vote

What are the Sustainable Development Goals backed up by?

A set of 169 detailed Targets

What does achieving the Sustainable Development Goals involve?

Making very big, fundamental changes in how we live on Earth

Which aspect does Global Governance aim to address?

Global catastrophic risk management

What is a significant characteristic of the Sustainable Development Goals?

They are interconnected and holistic

How many countries agreed to the Sustainable Development Goals on 25th Sept 2015?

Nearly all the world’s nations

What was Dante Alighieri's contribution to discussions on global governance?

Authored a political tract called De Monarchia in 1311

What is one crucial global public good mentioned in the text?

Catastrophic risk management

What is the main aim of Global Governance according to the text?

To provide global solutions to catastrophic events

Explore the overview of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations for the world's future until 2030. Learn about the 17 goals, 169 targets, and the universal applicability to all nations and sectors.

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