The current composition of the UNSC, with under-representation and un-representation of key members is detrimental to its legitimacy. Underscoring the urgent need for reforms. Discuss India's permanent membership in the UNSC.

Prime Minister Modi remained "UNSC does not represent the current world order" Current composition of UNSC: - Russia - US - UK - China Problems of legitimacy & effectiveness in UNSC: 1. 3E applicaize of pols would War-2 & not current realities - Significant change in economic & political positions

Prime Minister Modi remained 'UNSC does not represent the current world order' Current composition - Russia, US, UK, China, France Problems of legitimacy & effectiveness in UNSC 1. 5 permanent members of post World War II & not current realties, leading to significant change in economic & political positions. 2. Veto Power - body is paralyzed as US espouses Israel's interest, Russia its own interest. 3. It has failed to maintain peace as seen world grapples with violence in Ukraine & Gaza. Case for India's permanent membership 1. Represents 1.4% of the world's population. 2. Largest contributor to peace-keeping missions of UN. 3. Has upheld core principles of peace & inclusive development. 4. Efficient voice of a moral earth. Hence, a shift towards expansion of BRICS & other multilateral bodies seem as UN becomes dysfunctional.