UN Security Council & Veto Power

1. United Nations (UN)

Established: 1945
Objectives:
World peace
Security
Cooperation among nations

Textbook concept: International organizations work for global peace.

2. Security Council

The most important body – responsible for maintaining international peace and security.

Members: Total 15 countries

Division:
Permanent Members (5)
USA, Russia, UK, France, China

Non-permanent Members (10)

3. Veto Power

Power given only to permanent members.

Meaning:
Any one country can block a resolution.

Importance:
A very powerful tool in global politics.

4. India’s Demand

New permanent members should be added to the Security Council.
They should be given veto power.

Reason:
The current structure is 80 years old
It does not reflect present-day global politics.

5. Reforms

Last change: 1960
Non-permanent members: 6 → 10

Current needs:
Representation for developing countries
Equal representation

6. G4 Countries (Exam Point)

India, Germany, Japan, Brazil

These countries are demanding permanent membership.

7. Political Importance

Global power balance
Developed vs Developing countries
Democratic representation at international level

Summary (Key Points)

UN – Established in 1945
Security Council – 15 members
P5 – Veto power holders
Veto – Can block resolutions
India – Demands permanent seat + veto
Last reform – 1960
G4 – India, Germany, Japan, Brazil