GGST UN Organizational Structure and Mandate 1

Question 1

Which principal organ of the United Nations is primarily responsible for the maintenance of international peace and security?

Accepted Answer

The Security Council

Answer

The Security Council has primary responsibility for international peace and security under the UN Charter, with the authority to authorize enforcement actions.

Question 2

How many permanent members (P5) does the UN Security Council have?

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

The Security Council has five permanent members: the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Russia, and China.

Question 3

The UN Secretariat is headed by which official?

Accepted Answer

The Secretary-General

Answer

The Secretary-General is the chief administrative officer of the United Nations and heads the Secretariat, one of the six principal organs.

Question 4

Which UN principal organ serves as the main deliberative, policymaking, and representative body, where all member states have equal representation?

Accepted Answer

The General Assembly

Answer

The General Assembly is the main deliberative body of the UN where all 193 member states have one vote and equal representation.

Question 5

ECOSOC stands for which UN body?

Accepted Answer

Economic and Social Council

Answer

ECOSOC stands for the Economic and Social Council, which coordinates the economic, social, and related work of 15 UN specialized agencies and functional commissions.

GGST - Global General Service Test Practice Test

GGST - Global General Service Test Practice Test

GGST UN Organizational Structure and Mandate 1