2.5 - Main Organs of the United Nations
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary purpose of the General Assembly?
💡 Hint: Think about its members' voting rights.
Who is responsible for daily operations at the UN?
💡 Hint: Consider who is at the top of UN administration.
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Which of the following is NOT a main organ of the UN?
💡 Hint: Recall the six main organs of the UN.
The Secretary-General leads the UN Secretariat. True or False?
💡 Hint: Think about who manages daily operations.
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Analyze how the International Court of Justice contributes to global peace, providing at least two examples.
💡 Hint: Think of landmark cases it has settled.
Discuss the implications of having veto power in the Security Council and provide one case study where it caused contention.
💡 Hint: Consider historical examples of veto use.
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Reference links
Supplementary resources to enhance your learning experience.
- Wikipedia - United Nations
- Overview of the United Nations
- What is the UN Security Council?
- The Role of the General Assembly
- UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC)
- International Court of Justice - Overview
- UN Secretariat
- Trusteeship Council - History
- Economic and Social Council - Quick Facts
- United Nations - Human Rights