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PRASTUTI UPADHAYAAIR 84· 2024

Question Q.9GS2GS2

The current composition of the UNSC, with under-representation and un-representation of key regions is detrimental to its legitimacy and effectiveness, underscoring the urgent need for reforms. Elaborate. Also, present a case for India's permanent membership in the UNSC.

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Legitimacy & Effectiveness: (1) Rejection of Cold War mentality (2) Does not represent victims of war like Middle East, Africa, etc. many times (3) Prevents proper decision-making due to veto.prevent geopolitics in the Global South – Asia, Africa, South America, etc. Case for IndiaVoice of the Global Southinclude African Union in G20map, contributions to UNlargest UN PKF for CS from India Hence, UNSC needs to shift its focus to a changing world that is moving towards multi-polarity and focus on democratization.
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Structured analysis showing legitimacy and effectiveness issues, with subheadings for India's case including nuclear power, peaceful role, economic contributions, and representation of 18% of world population.

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PRASTUTI UPADHAYA

AIR 842024MGP

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GS2GS2

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International Institutions, Agencies and Fora - Structure and Mandate

UN Reforms

UNSC reforms and legitimacy challenges

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