UN General Assembly: Functions and Powers
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What does the disciplining hypothesis suggest about the effect of globalization on governments?

  • It leads to expansion of welfare state programs
  • It has no impact on government budgets
  • It restrains governments by inducing increased budgetary pressure (correct)
  • It encourages governments to increase spending on military alliances

    • How does globalization potentially impact the welfare state according to the text?

  • Globalization leads to an expansion of welfare programs
  • Citizens push for increased welfare benefits
  • Governments may attempt to curtail the welfare state (correct)
  • Globalization has no effect on welfare policies

    • Which aspect of internationalism is linked to promoting peace and ensuring citizen safety?

  • Economic Stability
  • Humanitarianism
  • Political cooperation among nations
  • Peace and Security (correct)

    • What is one reason nations participate in international affairs according to the text?

    <p>To ensure economic stability within nations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to a belief or movement advocating greater cooperation among nations?

    <p>Internationalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the disciplining hypothesis suggest governments may do in response to globalization?

    <p>Curtail the welfare state</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the General Assembly according to the text?

    <p>Deliberate on any resolution, except those being handled by the UNSC</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which function of the General Assembly involves deciding the budget for all Principal Organs of the UN?

    <p>Financial Function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Irina Bokova suggest as crucial to address the challenges of the 21st Century global government?

    <p>Resilient Socieities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Irina Bokova's points to address global challenges?

    <p>New thinking about peace building</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a world of regions, who plays the central role according to the text?

    <p>United States</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What function of the General Assembly involves decisions related to admission, suspension, and expulsion of member states to the UN?

    <p>Elective Function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the chief principle of the United Nations?

    <p>National sovereignty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ of the United Nations plays a significant role in the codification of international law?

    <p>The General Assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the United Nations according to the text?

    <p>To work for peace and development</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ of the United Nations was established in 1945 under the UN Charter?

    <p>The General Assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the United Nations aim to protect, according to the text?

    <p>Human rights and humanitarian assistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organ of the United Nations occupies a central position as the chief deliberative and policymaking organ?

    <p>The General Assembly</p> Signup and view all the answers

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