Question 14
MediumOriginal questionWhich United Nations organ can take decisions that all member states are obliged to carry out?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Under Article 25 of the Charter, members agree to accept and carry out the decisions of the Security Council.
Under Chapter VII it can order sanctions or the use of force to deal with threats to peace.
General Assembly resolutions on most matters are recommendations, not binding orders.
- Concept
- The binding power of the Security Council
- Typical timeTypical
- 50 s
- Your timeYours
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