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What was the primary goal of the United Nations when it was established?
What was the primary goal of the United Nations when it was established?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the United Nations?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the United Nations?
What is the role of the Security Council in the United Nations?
What is the role of the Security Council in the United Nations?
How many countries were members of the United Nations when it was established?
How many countries were members of the United Nations when it was established?
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Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the United Nations?
Which of the following is NOT one of the six main organs of the United Nations?
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How are decisions on international peace and security made in the General Assembly?
How are decisions on international peace and security made in the General Assembly?
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Which country was the most recent to join the UN?
Which country was the most recent to join the UN?
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How many votes does each member state have in the General Assembly?
How many votes does each member state have in the General Assembly?
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What is the significance of the United Nations Charter?
What is the significance of the United Nations Charter?
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Which of the following is NOT a main organ of the United Nations?
Which of the following is NOT a main organ of the United Nations?
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What is the role of the UN Secretary-General in the United Nations?
What is the role of the UN Secretary-General in the United Nations?
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How does the United Nations promote global peace and security?
How does the United Nations promote global peace and security?
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What was the primary motivation for creating the United Nations?
What was the primary motivation for creating the United Nations?
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What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice?
What is the primary role of the International Court of Justice?
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How many judges are elected to preside over the International Court of Justice?
How many judges are elected to preside over the International Court of Justice?
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Who appoints the Secretary-General of the United Nations?
Who appoints the Secretary-General of the United Nations?
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What is the composition of the Secretariat in the United Nations?
What is the composition of the Secretariat in the United Nations?
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What was the primary message of the Commission on Global Governance's report issued in 1995?
What was the primary message of the Commission on Global Governance's report issued in 1995?
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How many permanent members are there in the Security Council?
How many permanent members are there in the Security Council?
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What is the primary function of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?
What is the primary function of the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)?
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Who comprises the Trusteeship Council?
Who comprises the Trusteeship Council?
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How long do members serve in the Economic and Social Council?
How long do members serve in the Economic and Social Council?
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In what year was the International Court of Justice (ICJ) established?
In what year was the International Court of Justice (ICJ) established?
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What is the last Trust Territory to gain independence?
What is the last Trust Territory to gain independence?
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How many members does the Economic and Social Council have?
How many members does the Economic and Social Council have?
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What is the role of the Security Council?
What is the role of the Security Council?
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What is the main goal of a state's security according to the ‘realist perspective’?
What is the main goal of a state's security according to the ‘realist perspective’?
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What is the central focus of the field of International Relations?
What is the central focus of the field of International Relations?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a state actor in global governance?
Which of the following is NOT considered a state actor in global governance?
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What is the primary purpose of global governance?
What is the primary purpose of global governance?
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Why did the United Nations come into existence?
Why did the United Nations come into existence?
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What are the primary actors in global governance?
What are the primary actors in global governance?
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Which of the following is NOT a key driving force behind global governance?
Which of the following is NOT a key driving force behind global governance?
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Which of the following statements accurately describes the interstate system?
Which of the following statements accurately describes the interstate system?
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Flashcards
Interstate System
Interstate System
The framework of relationships between sovereign states in international relations.
Global Governance
Global Governance
Formal and informal structures for international cooperation without a global government.
Realist Perspective
Realist Perspective
A theory in international relations that views states as unitary actors focused on their security.
Anarchy in International Relations
Anarchy in International Relations
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State Actors
State Actors
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Non-State Actors
Non-State Actors
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United Nations
United Nations
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IGOs
IGOs
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International Court of Justice
International Court of Justice
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Judges of the ICJ
Judges of the ICJ
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The Secretariat
The Secretariat
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Secretary-General
Secretary-General
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Global Interdependence
Global Interdependence
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Humanitarian Assistance
Humanitarian Assistance
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Human Rights
Human Rights
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International Law
International Law
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General Assembly
General Assembly
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Security Council
Security Council
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Membership Growth
Membership Growth
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Peacekeeping Operations
Peacekeeping Operations
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UN Charter
UN Charter
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UN General Assembly
UN General Assembly
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UN Security Council
UN Security Council
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UN Economic and Social Council
UN Economic and Social Council
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Permanent Members
Permanent Members
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Rotating Members
Rotating Members
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Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
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Trusteeship Council
Trusteeship Council
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International Court of Justice (ICJ)
International Court of Justice (ICJ)
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Trust Territories
Trust Territories
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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
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The General Assembly:
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The primary deliberative body of the UN.
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All member states have one vote, regardless of size or influence.
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Discusses matters outlined in the UN Charter.
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Decisions related to peace, security, membership, and the budget need a two-thirds majority.
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Generally other matters require a simple majority vote.
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The Security Council:
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Primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
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Can establish peacekeeping operations.
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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.
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The Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC):
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The central body for coordinating the economic and social work of the UN.
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Composed of 54 members with equal geographical representation.
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Each member has one vote in simple majority voting systems.
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Recommends and directs activities aimed at promoting economic growth in developing countries, supporting human rights, and fostering world cooperation to fight poverty.
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The Trusteeship Council:
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Manages trust territories (formerly colonies).
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Comprised of permanent Security Council members.
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More than 70 colonial territories achieved independence with UN assistance, with Palau being the last in 1994..
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Suspended operations in 1994, resuming on occasion when necessary
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The International Court of Justice (ICJ):
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The main judicial organ of the UN, located in The Hague.
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Setstles legal disputes only among nations, per international law.
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Over 150 cases have been considered since 1946, resulting in numerous judgments.
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Consists of 15 judges elected for nine-year terms—one per nation—by the General Assembly and Security Council.
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The Secretariat:
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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.
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Composed of 16,000 staff members drawn from various member states.
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Supports the daily functions of the UN.
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Responsible for servicing other UN organs and administering their programs/operations.
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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.