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United Nations

Why the United Nations was formed after two world wars, how its six main organs work, and India's role in the UN.

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What this chapter covers

  1. Background and Formation of the UN

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    • Aftermath of WarsWorld wars; League of Nations formed.
    • The Atlantic CharterChurchill and Roosevelt's 1941 agreement.
    • The San Francisco Conference50 nations signed; UN born 1945.
    • Objectives and Principles of the UNMaintain international peace and security.

  2. Organs of the UN

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    • OverviewSix main organs of the UN.
    • The General AssemblyAll members; one vote each.
    • The Security CouncilEnforcement wing; five permanent members.
    • The Economic and Social Council54 members working against poverty.
    • The Trusteeship CouncilHelped territories under foreign rule self-govern.
    • The International Court of Justice15 judges serving nine-year terms.
    • The SecretariatAdministrative organ led by Secretary-General.
    • Achievements of the UNRestored peace; helped end apartheid.

  3. India and the UN

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    • India's Role in the UNSupported many freedom movements worldwide.
    • UN Help to IndiaWHO fought malaria; FAO developed Terai.

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