The question (15 marks)
Describe the composition and functions of the principal organs of the United Nations, and critically examine the voting procedure of the Security Council. (15 marks)
MU Module III, head 3.2; chapter on the United Nations.
Plan your answer on paper before you look at the authorities — issue first, then the rule, then apply it to these facts.
It tests Unit 3 · Treaties and the United Nations of Public International Law.
Authorities you will need
- Charter of the United Nations 1945, arts. 4, 7, 9 to 22, 23 to 27, 33 to 38, 39 to 51, 57, 61, 63, 71, 92 to 96, 97 to 99 and 108
- Statute of the International Court of Justice 1945, arts. 3, 13, 38 and 59
- Reparation for Injuries Suffered in the Service of the United Nations, ICJ Reports 1949, p. 174
- Legality of the Threat or Use of Nuclear Weapons, ICJ Reports 1996, p. 226
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