International Organizations
CBSE · Class 12 · Political Science
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This chapter examines the role of international organizations in the post-Cold War world, focusing on how these organizations, particularly the United Nations, have evolved to address new global challenges. We explore the restructuring debates, reform processes, and the challenges faced by internati
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Organizations created by states to help
Organizations created by states to help resolve conflicts peacefully, facilitate cooperation, and address global challenges that require collective ac
Founded in 1945 after WWII as
Founded in 1945 after WWII as successor to League of Nations, with 193 member states. Has various organs including General Assembly, Security Council,
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15-member body with 5 permanent members (US, Russia, UK, France, China) having veto power and 10 non-permanent members serving 2-year terms. Responsib
Special privilege of the five permanent
Special privilege of the five permanent Security Council members to block any decision with a single negative vote, even if all other members support
Ongoing debates about restructuring UN structures
Ongoing debates about restructuring UN structures and processes, expanding Security Council membership, and redefining the organization's priorities a
Learning Objectives
- Understand the role and importance of international organizations in the contemporary world
- Analyze the structure, functions, and challenges of the United Nations
- Examine the debates around UN Security Council reform and expansion
- Evaluate India's position and contributions to international organizations
- Assess the effectiveness of international organizations in a US-dominated world
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- CBSE Official — cbse.gov.in
- National Education Policy 2020 — education.gov.in
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