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What is the primary purpose of the UN Charter?

To codify the major principles of international relations (correct)

To provide a framework for international trade

To promote cultural diversity

To establish a world government

Which of the following is NOT a major principle of international relations codified in the UN Charter?

Sovereign equality of States

Cooperation between nations to solve economic, social, cultural, or humanitarian international problems

Freedom of speech (correct)

Prohibition of the use of force in international relations

What is the primary responsibility of the Security Council?

Fostering cooperation between nations to solve economic, social, cultural, or humanitarian international problems

Developing relations among nations

Maintaining international peace and security (correct)

Providing a forum for bringing countries to meet the UN’s purposes and goals

How many members are there in the Security Council?

15 Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the General Assembly in the UN?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the UN Charter?

A written grant by a county’s legislative or sovereign power Signup and view all the answers

How often does the General Assembly meet?

Annually Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Trusteeship Council?

Not specified in the content Signup and view all the answers

What is global governance a product of?

Neo-liberal paradigm shifts Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of global governance?

To negotiate responses to global problems Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of institutions of global governance?

Limited or demarcated power to enforce compliance Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of the power of classification held by international organizations?

Defining the term 'refugee' and setting boundaries for state acceptance Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of international organizations' power to fix meanings?

There is a single, universally accepted definition of security Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of the power of international organizations to diffuse norms?

Spreading global standards through developmental projects Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of the United Nations?

To maintain international peace and security Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential drawback of international organizations' immense power?

They can lead to the exploitation of poor countries by rich ones Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the World Health Organization in the context of global governance?

To lead partners in global health responses and direct international health within the United Nations' system Signup and view all the answers

According to the concept of global governance, what is the main reason why countries respect each other's territorial boundaries?

Because they follow global navigational routes and often respect each other's territorial boundaries Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the World Trade Organization in global governance?

To ensure that trade flows smoothly and freely Signup and view all the answers

What is global governance?

The way in which global affairs are managed Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of global governance?

A decentralized system involving multiple actors and organizations Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the United Nations in global governance?

To provide a platform for global governance involving multiple actors and organizations Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an international organization that plays a crucial role in global governance?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the main challenge of global governance in the 21st century?

The lack of a global government that can compel countries to obey Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Global Governance

Global governance is a product of neo-liberal paradigm shifts in international political and economic relations.
It involves the political integration of transnational actors to negotiate responses to problems that affect more than one state or region.
Global governance tends to involve institutionalization, with institutions having limited or demarcated power to enforce compliance.

Powers of International Organizations (IO)

Power of classification: IOs can create and classify terms that are acceptable globally.
Power to fix meanings: IOs are a source of legitimate sources of information, and their definitions are well-defined to avoid confusion.
Power to diffuse norms: IOs spread their ideas across the world, establishing global standards.

United Nations

The United Nations is an intergovernmental organization aiming to maintain international peace and security, develop friendly relations among nations, achieve international cooperation, and be a centre for harmonizing the actions of nations.
The UN has limited power to enforce compliance, but it plays a crucial role in global governance.

Challenges of Global Governance

Global governance can be a source of great harm, especially to poor countries, as they may be taken advantage of.
The lack of a global government makes it difficult to enforce global rules and decisions.

Global Governance and the United Nations

The UN is an instrument of international law, and UN Member States are bound by its charter.
The UN Charter codifies the major principles of international relations, including sovereign equality of states, the prohibition of the use of force, and the promotion of international cooperation.

Active Organizations of the UN

General Assembly: the primary deliberative and policymaking arm of the UN, representing all 193 member states.
Security Council: responsible for maintaining international peace and security, with 15 members, including 5 permanent members.
Economic and Social Council: responsible for promoting economic and social development.
The Secretariat: the administrative organ of the UN.
The International Court of Justice: the primary judicial organ of the UN.
The Trusteeship Council: responsible for promoting the well-being and advancement of the inhabitants of trust territories.

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