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Trace the evolution of the United Nations since its establishment in 1945. How does it function with the help of its structures and agencies? |
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Answer» Evolution of the UN : • The UN was founded as a success or to the League of Nations. It was established in 1945. • The UN was set up through the signing of the UN Charter by 51 nations. • It was formed with the help that it would act to stop conflict and wars. • By 2006, UN had 192 members, which included almost all independent states. • Now, it has 193 member states to prevent international conflicts and to facilitate co-operation. Its functioning : • In the UN General Assembly, all member nations have one vote each. • In the UN Security Council, there are five permanent members i.e. UK, France, US, Russia and China, and 10 temporary members. • The UN consists of many structures and agencies. • War, peace and differences between the member states have been discussed in the General Assembly. • Social and economic issues are dealt with by many agencies including WTO, UNDP, UNHRC, UNHCR, UNICEF, and UNESCO. |
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