International Organisations

Why International Organisations?

Cartoons Depicting UN Ineffectiveness: Two cartoons on the page comment on the United Nations Organization’s perceived ineffectiveness during the Lebanon crisis in 2006. They reflect common opinions about the UN’s shortcomings in addressing crises....

Evolution of the UN

The aftermath of the First World War highlighted the need for an international organization to prevent future conflicts, leading to the establishment of the League of Nations. Despite its initial successes, the League failed to prevent the outbreak of the Second World War, which resulted in unprecedented casualties and devastation....

Reform of the UN After the Cold War

The need for reform and improvement is essential for any organization to effectively adapt to a changing environment, and the United Nations (UN) is no exception. In recent years, there have been calls for reform within the UN, although there is a lack of clarity and consensus regarding the nature of these reforms....

Reform of Structures and Processes

The call for reform within the United Nations (UN) is widely supported, but reaching agreement on the specifics of reform measures proves to be challenging. Let’s delve into the debate surrounding the reform of the UN Security Council. In 1992, the UN General Assembly passed a resolution reflecting three primary grievances:...

Jurisdiction of the UN

The issue of membership is indeed significant, but there are also more substantial challenges facing the world. As the UN commemorated its 60th anniversary in September 2005, the heads of all member states convened to celebrate the occasion and assess the organization’s status. During this meeting, leaders agreed on several measures to enhance the relevance of the UN in the evolving global context:...

India and the UN Reforms

ndia has consistently advocated for the restructuring of the UN, emphasizing the need for a more robust and relevant organization in today’s changing world. India supports an expanded role for the UN in fostering development and cooperation among nations, believing that development is crucial for international peace and security....

The UN in the Unipolar World

The restructuring of the UN has been seen by some countries as a potential means to address the challenges posed by a unipolar world dominated by the US. However, the ability of the UN to serve as a counterbalance to US dominance is limited. The US, as the sole superpower, possesses significant military and economic strength, enabling it to sometimes disregard international organizations like the UN....

International Organisations- FAQs

What is the purpose of the United Nations?...