🌍 World Current Affairs

Which of the following bodies within the United Nations is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?

A The General Assembly
B The Economic and Social Council
C The Security Council
D The International Court of Justice

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

The UN Security Council has primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. It can impose sanctions or authorize the use of force.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "Which of the following bodies within the United Nations is primarily responsible for maintaining international peace and security?" is Option C: The Security Council.

The other options — A) The General Assembly, B) The Economic and Social Council, D) The International Court of Justice — are incorrect for this World Current Affairs question. As explained above: The UN Security Council has primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security. It can impose sanctions or authorize the use of force.

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