GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

WORLD ORGANISATIONS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following countries is not a permanent member of the UN Security Council?
A
UK
B
France
C
USA
D
Spain
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Japan is not a permanent member of the UN Security Council.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Security Council-5 permanent members (veto power)-US, UK, France, Russia, and China-10 non-permanent members elected for two-year terms-60% (9/15) majority rule-with no veto-Decisions binding to all UN member states.

Detailed explanation-3: -Permanent Members According to Oppenheim’s International Law : United Nations, “Permanent membership in the Security Council was granted to five states based on their importance in the aftermath of World War II."

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