UN Organs — Set 3
World Organizations · UN अंग · Questions 21–30 of 60
Which UN organ is responsible for overseeing human rights through various commissions?
Correct Answer: D. Economic and Social Council
ECOSOC establishes functional commissions to promote human rights and social development. It works closely with the Human Rights Council to monitor global standards. It also facilitates consultative status for non-governmental organizations.
What is the primary role of the UN Secretariat?
Correct Answer: D. Daily administrative work
The correct answer is 'Daily administrative work'. The Secretariat manages the day-to-day operations and provides the information needed by other organs. It organizes international conferences and prepares studies on various topics. The staff are recruited internationally under the Secretary-General.
In the Security Council, how many votes are needed to pass a procedural matter?
Correct Answer: D. Nine
A positive vote of any nine members is required for procedural matters in the Security Council. For substantive matters, nine votes are still needed but must include all permanent members. This distinction is vital for the Council's functioning.
Which UN body is responsible for providing advisory opinions on legal questions to UN organs?
Correct Answer: C. International Court of Justice
The correct answer is 'International Court of Justice'. The ICJ acts as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations. It provides legal guidance when requested by authorized UN organs or agencies. These advisory opinions are not binding but carry legal authority.
Which UN organ works under the authority of the General Assembly and the Security Council to manage Trust Territories?
Correct Answer: C. Trusteeship Council
The Trusteeship Council was created to ensure that Trust Territories were prepared for self-government. It successfully oversaw the transition of 11 territories to independence. Since 1994, it has essentially completed its primary mission.
How many members constitute the total strength of the UN Security Council?
Correct Answer: C. 15
The Council consists of 5 permanent members and 10 non-permanent members. This structure was last expanded in 1965 from its original eleven members. Each member has one representative and one vote.
The President of the UN General Assembly is elected for a term of how many years?
Correct Answer: A. One year
A new President is elected every year for the General Assembly's annual session. The position rotates annually among five geographical groups of member states. The President presides over the debates and guides the assembly's work.
Which UN organ is responsible for the 'Uniting for Peace' resolution?
Correct Answer: D. General Assembly
The General Assembly passed this resolution in 1950 to act when the Security Council fails. It allows the Assembly to recommend collective measures to maintain peace. This occurs if P5 members are deadlocked by a veto.
Which UN organ facilitates the majority of the UN's financial and technical aid to developing countries?
Correct Answer: D. Economic and Social Council
The correct answer is 'Economic and Social Council'. ECOSOC oversees the developmental and humanitarian work of the UN system. It coordinates various funds like UNDP and UNICEF to provide aid. It focuses on achieving sustainable development goals globally.
Which organ of the UN can make binding decisions that all member states are obligated to follow?
Correct Answer: D. Security Council
Under the UN Charter, only the Security Council has the power to take decisions that members must carry out. Other organs generally only make recommendations to member governments. This makes the Security Council the most powerful organ.