Which organ of the United Nations has primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security?
Correct answer: B. The Security Council
- A. The General Assembly
- B. The Security Council
- C. The Economic and Social Council
- D. The International Court of Justice
Explanation
The United Nations Charter assigns primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security to the Security Council. The General Assembly has broad deliberative powers, while the International Court of Justice performs a judicial role.
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