a short note on UN system
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Short note on United Nations :
➡ The United Nations was formed on 24 th October , 1945 . The main function of the UN is to maintain international peace and security . It also promotes harmony and international cooperation .
➡ The UN has six organs namely : the General Assembly , the Security Council , The Trusteeship Council . The International Court of Justice Economic and Social Council and the Secretariat .
➡ The General Assembly is the legislative body of the UN .
➡ The Security Council is the executive body of the UN .
➡ The International Court of Justice is the judicial body of the UN .
➡ The General Assembly together with the Security Council appoints the Secretary General of UN .
➡ The International Court of Justice is composed of 15 judges .
➡ The Security Council performs functions like military actions , maintenance of security .
➡ The Security Council has 5 permanent members .
➡ The other agencies of the UN are UNICEF ( United Nation's Children's fund ) , WHO ( World Health Organization ) and UNESCO ( United Nations Education and Scientific Cultural Organization .
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★ It is an Multipurpose International Organisation.
★ It is also known as UN Family.
★ It is based on Six Principal Organs:
• General Assembly
• Security Council
• Economic and Social Council
• Trusteeship Council
• International Court of Justice
• UN Secretariat
★ UN System is chaired by the Secretary General of the United Nations.
★ There are currently 15 specialized agencies in UN System.
★ It was formed on 24 October, 1945.