The United Nations Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is Global Governance?
Movement towards political integration of transnational actors aimed at negotiating responses to problems that affect more than one state or region.
Define Supranationalism.
Refers to a large amount of power given to an authority, which, in theory, is placed higher than the state.
When did the United Nations come into existence?
24th October 1945.
Which countries proposed the formation of the United Nations?
China, the Soviet Union, the UK, and the USA.
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
New York City.
How many member states does the United Nations currently have?
193 member states.
What does the preamble of the UN Charter emphasize?
Determination to rid the world of war, reaffirm human rights and equality, establish respect for the rule of law, and promote social progress.
List the six main organs of the United Nations.
- General Assembly
- Security Council
- Economic and Social Council
- International Court of Justice
- UN Secretariat
- Trusteeship Council
What is the role of the General Assembly?
Main body for all UN members where they are represented and meet annually.
What type of majority is required for peace and security questions in the General Assembly?
Two-thirds majority.
What is a key strength of the General Assembly?
Global forum where every country is a member.
True or False: The General Assembly allows equal representation of all states.
True.
What is the most important organ for maintaining peace and security in the UN?
The Security Council.
How many permanent members are in the Security Council?
Five permanent members.
Name the five permanent members of the Security Council.
- China
- France
- UK
- USA
- Russia
What power do permanent members of the Security Council have?
Veto power.
What is a significant weakness of the Security Council?
Often powerless to make decisions due to permanent member rivalries.
What does the Economic and Social Council oversee?
UN agencies and their work on economic and social issues.
How many members does the Economic and Social Council have?
54 elected members.
What is the role of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
Resolves disputes between member states.
Where is the International Court of Justice based?
The Hague, Netherlands.
How many judges are in the ICJ?
15 judges.
What is the term length for ICJ judges?
9-year terms.
Fill in the blank: The ICJ deals with _______ and border issues.
[sovereignty]
