united nations Flashcards
define united nations
an international governing body formed in 1945 to increase political and economical cooperation among the member countries.
what are the 5 organs of the untied nations
the secretariat
the general assembley
the security council
the court of justice
the economic and social council
define secretariat
they are responsible for administering peacekeeping operations, mediating international dispiutes and surverying social and economic trends
define general assembly
They make decisions on international peace and budget. This is where all of the debates take place.
define security council
they seek to adress threats of international security.
define international court of justice
They settle legal disputes submitted by states.
define economic and social council
responsible for promoting higher standards of living, full employment and economic and social progress.