2024 · Q43
In which of the following matters placed before the UN General Assembly, a resolution by two-thirds majority of the members present and voting is required?
- 1Admission of new members to the UN
- 2Election of the non-permanent members of the Security Council
- 3Election of members of the Economic and Social Council Select the answer using the code given below:
General KnowledgeStatic General Awareness
- A1 and 2 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 and 3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Under the UN Charter, important questions before the General Assembly — including recommendations on peace and security, admission of new members, and elections to the Security Council and the Economic and Social Council — require a two-thirds majority of members present and voting. All three listed matters fall in this category. Hence option D is correct.