United Nations Overview
1965
How many total members are in the UN Security Council?
15 members
True or False: There have been no major changes to the structure of the Security Council since the UN's founding.
True
What is the name of the ruleset most Model UN conferences use to guide debate?
Parliamentary Procedure
What is the term for military personnel sent by the UN to help maintain peace in conflict zones?
Peacekeepers.
What is the main purpose of the UN?
To maintain peace and international security
Name the five permanent members of the Security Council.
China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States
What does "veto power" mean in the context of the Security Council?
The ability of a permanent member to block any substantive resolution.
What does a "Point of Personal Privilege" address?
Personal discomfort
What is the main goal of a UN peacekeeping mission?
To help countries transition from conflict to peace
Name 3 main organs of the UN.
Possible answers:
General Assembly, Security Council, Economic and Social Council, Trusteeship Council, International Court of Justice, Secretariat.
How long is the term for non-permanent members of the Security Council?
2 years
One common reform proposal suggests expanding the Security Council. Why?
Something close to:
To better reflect the current global balance of power
In what order are multiple motions voted on when several are introduced at once?
From most disruptive to least disruptive.
Which part of the UN authorizes peacekeeping missions?
The Security Council
Where is the headquarters of the United Nations located?
New York City, USA.
How are non-permanent members of the Security Council selected?
Elected by the General Assembly.
Which two countries are often suggested for permanent membership in a reformed Security Council?
Germany and Japan
A point raised over concern over committee room enviornment
point of personal privilege?
What three core principles guide UN peacekeeping operations?
Consent of the parties, impartiality, and non use of force except in self defense or mandate defense
Which document serves as the foundation of the United Nations?
The UN Charter
What is required for a Security Council resolution to pass?
At least 9 votes in favor & no veto from a permanent member
In what year was the last significant expansion of the Security Council’s non-permanent members, and how many were added?
1965; increased from 6 to 10 non-permanent members
If a delegate believes the chair has misused their authority or violated procedure, motion can they raise, and what must follow?
Motion to appeal the decision of the chair.
it must be seconded and followed by a procedural vote.
What is the difference between peacekeeping, peacemaking, and peacebuilding in UN terminology?
Peacekeeping: Deploying forces to maintain peace after a ceasefire
Peacemaking: Diplomatic efforts to end conflict through negotiation
Peacebuilding: Long term efforts to address root causes and prevent conflict from recurring