United Nations And Its Agencies Questions
The Security Council is one of the six main organs of the United Nations and its primary responsibility is to maintain international peace and security. It consists of 15 member states, including five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States) and ten non-permanent members elected by the General Assembly for two-year terms. The Security Council has the authority to investigate and settle disputes, impose sanctions, authorize military actions, and establish peacekeeping missions. Its decisions are binding on all UN member states, and it plays a crucial role in preventing conflicts, mediating disputes, and promoting global stability.