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What was the primary goal of the United Nations when it was established?

  • Promoting development
  • Maintaining international peace and security (correct)
  • Giving humanitarian assistance
  • Upholding international law
  • Which of the following is NOT a function of the United Nations?

  • Providing humanitarian assistance
  • Protecting human rights
  • Enforcing national laws (correct)
  • Promoting democracy
  • What is the role of the Security Council in the United Nations?

  • To maintain international peace and security (correct)
  • To admit new Member States
  • To discuss any matter arising under the UN Charter
  • To decide on the UN budget
  • How many countries were members of the United Nations when it was established?

    <p>51 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the United Nations?

    <p>The World Bank (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are decisions on international peace and security made in the General Assembly?

    <p>By a two-thirds majority vote (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which country was the most recent to join the UN?

    <p>South Sudan (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many votes does each member state have in the General Assembly?

    <p>One vote (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the United Nations Charter?

    <p>It outlines the purposes and principles of the UN, and lays the foundation for its structure and operations. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a main organ of the United Nations?

    <p>The World Bank (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the UN Secretary-General in the United Nations?

    <p>To act as the chief spokesperson for the UN, advocating for peace, development, and human rights. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the United Nations promote global peace and security?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary motivation for creating the United Nations?

    <p>To prevent future world wars and promote international cooperation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice?

    <p>To settle legal disputes only between nations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many judges are elected to preside over the International Court of Justice?

    <p>15 judges (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who appoints the Secretary-General of the United Nations?

    <p>The General Assembly on the recommendation of the Security Council (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the Secretariat in the United Nations?

    <p>An international staff including departments and offices (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary message of the Commission on Global Governance's report issued in 1995?

    <p>Nations are interdependent and called for a strengthened United Nations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many permanent members are there in the Security Council?

    <p>5 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?

    <p>To coordinate economic and social work of the UN (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who comprises the Trusteeship Council?

    <p>Permanent members of the Security Council (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long do members serve in the Economic and Social Council?

    <p>Three years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year was the International Court of Justice (ICJ) established?

    <p>1945 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the last Trust Territory to gain independence?

    <p>Palau (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members does the Economic and Social Council have?

    <p>54 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Security Council?

    <p>To maintain international peace and security (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of a state's security according to the ‘realist perspective’?

    <p>Protecting its citizens from threats. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central focus of the field of International Relations?

    <p>The interactions and relationships between states. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a state actor in global governance?

    <p>The World Bank (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of global governance?

    <p>To provide a framework for coordination and collective action in the absence of a global government. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why did the United Nations come into existence?

    <p>To maintain international peace and security after World War II. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the primary actors in global governance?

    <p>States, International Organizations, and Non-State actors. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a key driving force behind global governance?

    <p>The growing dominance of multinational corporations. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements accurately describes the interstate system?

    <p>It is a system of independent states interacting with each other. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Interstate System

    The framework of relationships between sovereign states in international relations.

    Global Governance

    Formal and informal structures for international cooperation without a global government.

    Realist Perspective

    A theory in international relations that views states as unitary actors focused on their security.

    Anarchy in International Relations

    The absence of a central authority in the global system, leading to a self-help environment.

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    State Actors

    Sovereign entities that participate in global governance (like countries).

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    Non-State Actors

    Individuals or groups that influence global governance without being sovereign states.

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    United Nations

    An international organization established in 1945 to promote peace and cooperation.

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    IGOs

    International governmental organizations that facilitate cooperation between states (e.g., UN).

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    International Court of Justice

    A court that resolves legal disputes between nations according to international law.

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    Judges of the ICJ

    15 judges from different nations preside over the International Court of Justice for 9-year terms.

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    The Secretariat

    An organ of the UN consisting of international staff administering daily operations and policies.

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    Secretary-General

    The head of the UN's Secretariat, appointed for a 5-year term by the General Assembly.

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    Global Interdependence

    A concept emphasizing that nations rely on each other and the need for a stronger UN.

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    Humanitarian Assistance

    Support provided to people in need, especially during crises.

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    Human Rights

    Rights inherent to all humans, regardless of nationality.

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    International Law

    A set of rules that governs relations between countries.

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    General Assembly

    The main deliberative body of the UN, comprising all Member States.

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    Security Council

    The UN organ responsible for maintaining international peace and security.

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    Membership Growth

    The UN started with 51 members and now has 193.

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    Peacekeeping Operations

    Military or civilian missions to maintain or restore peace.

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    UN Charter

    A foundational treaty of the United Nations detailing its principles and structure.

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    UN General Assembly

    The main deliberative assembly of the United Nations where all member states have a voice.

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    UN Security Council

    A UN body responsible for maintaining international peace and security, with 15 members.

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    UN Economic and Social Council

    A UN body that coordinates economic, social, and related work of 15 UN agencies.

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    Permanent Members

    The five countries that have permanent seats on the UN Security Council.

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    Rotating Members

    10 countries elected by the General Assembly for two-year terms in the Security Council.

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    Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)

    UN organ coordinating economic and social work, with 54 members serving three-year terms.

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    Trusteeship Council

    UN body supervising trust territories, now inactive after helping territories gain independence.

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    International Court of Justice (ICJ)

    UN's principal judicial organ, located in The Hague, established in 1945.

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    Trust Territories

    Regions placed under the administration of the Trusteeship Council to facilitate independence.

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    Study Notes

    Structures of Globalization

    • Globalization encompasses a global interstate system and global governance.
    • The United Nations (UN) is a key organization within this system.

    The Interstate System

    • This system is a focal point in International Relations.
    • Political scientists often refer to it as the International System.
    • It encompasses all human interactions.

    Understanding the Interstate System

    • The interstate system can be a unit of analysis for understanding war.
    • A key assumption, from a realist perspective, is that states act as unitary actors.
    • An important feature of the system is that it's anarchic, with states frequently facing threats and prioritizing security.

    Need for Global Governance

    • Global governance is needed to address international issues and problems.
    • It aims to promote international peace and security.

    What is Global Governance?

    • Global governance comprises formal and informal arrangements that create order and facilitate collective action worldwide.
    • It exists in the absence of a global government, and involves coordination among states and non-state actors.
    • A useful definition of global governance was established by Young (1999)

    Actors in Global Governance

    • State Actors:
    • Sovereign states (e.g., the US, Japan)
    • International Governmental Organizations (IGOs):
    • Global IGOs (e.g., the UN)
    • Regional IGOs (e.g., ASEAN)
    • Non-State Actors:
    • Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
    • Churches
    • Political Parties
    • Individuals/People

    About the United Nations

    • The name "United Nations" was coined by US President Franklin D. Roosevelt on January 1, 1942.
    • WWII ended in 1945, creating a global desire for peace.
    • To achieve this peace, 51 countries gathered in San Francisco.
    • The UN Charter, establishing the UN in 1945, marked a formal commencement.
    • Currently, 193 countries are UN members. South Sudan joined in July 2011.

    UN Goals

    • The UN promotes cooperation, peace, and security internationally.
    • The UN also promotes humanitarian assistance, development, upholding international law and democracy.

    Structure of The United Nations

    • The General Assembly:

    • The primary deliberative body of the UN.

    • All member states have one vote, regardless of size or influence.

    • Discusses matters outlined in the UN Charter.

    • Decisions related to peace, security, membership, and the budget need a two-thirds majority.

    • Generally other matters require a simple majority vote.

    • The Security Council:

    • Primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security.

    • Can establish peacekeeping operations.

    • Has five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the UK, and the US) and ten more rotating members elected by the General Assembly for two-year terms.

    • The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC):

    • The central body for coordinating the economic and social work of the UN.

    • Composed of 54 members with equal geographical representation.

    • Each member has one vote in simple majority voting systems.

    • Recommends and directs activities aimed at promoting economic growth in developing countries, supporting human rights, and fostering world cooperation to fight poverty.

    • The Trusteeship Council:

    • Manages trust territories (formerly colonies).

    • Comprised of permanent Security Council members.

    • More than 70 colonial territories achieved independence with UN assistance, with Palau being the last in 1994..

    • Suspended operations in 1994, resuming on occasion when necessary

    • The International Court of Justice (ICJ):

    • The main judicial organ of the UN, located in The Hague.

    • Setstles legal disputes only among nations, per international law.

    • Over 150 cases have been considered since 1946, resulting in numerous judgments.

    • Consists of 15 judges elected for nine-year terms—one per nation—by the General Assembly and Security Council.

    • The Secretariat:

    • The UN's international staff is located at or in connection with headquarters in New York, as well as Geneva, Vienna, Nairobi, and other locations.

    • Composed of 16,000 staff members drawn from various member states.

    • Supports the daily functions of the UN.

    • Responsible for servicing other UN organs and administering their programs/operations.

    • Headed by the Secretary-General, appointed by the General Assembly on the recommendation of the Security Council, for a five-year term.

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    Test your knowledge about the United Nations and its functions with this quiz. From its establishment to the roles of various organs, explore key information about the UN's mission and structure.

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