Explain any three functions of the Security Council

The horrors of the two World Wars, led to the formation of the United Nations Organisation, while the formation of the Non-Aligned Movement followed later. In this context, Explain any three functions of the Security Council.

Answer

Functions and Powers:

1. To maintain international peace and security in accordance with the principles and purposes of the United Nations
2. To investigate any dispute or situation which might lead to international friction and to take military action against an aggressor.
3. To recommend methods of adjusting such disputes or the terms of settlement.
4. To formulate plans for the establishment of a system to regulate armaments.
5. To determine the existence of a threat to the peace or act of aggression and to recommend what action should be taken.
6. To call on members to apply economic sanctions and other measures not involving the use of
7. To take military action against an aggressor
8. To recommend the admission of new members
9. To appoint the Secretary General

• Exam Year: 2017