Class 12 Political Science - UP
International Organisations
The chapter 'International Organisations' in Class 12 Political Science explores the evolution, structure, and significance of global bodies like the United Nations. It highlights why international organizations are essential for maintaining world peace, facilitating cooperation, and addressing global issues such as poverty, disease, and climate change. Students will examine the role of the UN and its principal organs, the demand for reforming the UN Security Council to reflect contemporary realities, and India's position within these global frameworks. This chapter is vital for UPMSP board exams as it tests both conceptual clarity and analytical understanding of contemporary global politics.
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United Nations (UN)
Established in 1945 after the Second World War as a successor to the League of Nations to prevent future global conflicts and promote international cooperation.
Principal Organs of the UN
Includes the General Assembly, Security Council, International Court of Justice, Secretariat, Economic and Social Council, and Trusteeship Council.
Veto Power
The exclusive voting power held by the five permanent members of the UN Security Council (USA, Russia, UK, France, and China) to block any substantive resolution.
UN Reform
The ongoing global debate regarding the restructuring of the UN Security Council, focusing on the expansion of permanent and non-permanent members to make it more representative.
India and the UN
India supports the strengthening and restructuring of the UN, advocating for its own inclusion as a permanent member of the Security Council based on its population, size, economic rise, and contribution to UN peacekeeping missions.
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Board Exam Info
In the Uttar Pradesh (UPMSP) Class 12 Political Science board exam, this chapter generally carries around 6 to 8 marks. Questions usually include multiple-choice questions (MCQs), very short answer questions (VSAQs) about UN agencies or dates, short answer questions on the need for UN reforms, and long answer questions evaluating India's claim to a permanent seat in the UN Security Council.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need international organizations like the UN?
International organizations help nations cooperate on global issues like war, peace, climate change, and pandemics that no single country can solve alone.
Which countries hold veto power in the UN Security Council?
The five permanent members (P5) hold veto power: the United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, and China.
What are the main arguments for reforming the UN Security Council?
The current structure reflects post-WWII power dynamics rather than contemporary global realities, lacking adequate representation from developing nations in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
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