Question

Which UN organ has the authority to suspend a member State from exercising rights and privileges ?

• A. International Court of Justice
• B. General Assembly upon recommendation of Security Council
• C. Economic and Social Council
• D. UNESCO

Hint:

For major constitutional decisions in the UN, such as admitting, suspending, or expelling members, the General Assembly always acts on the recommendation of the Security Council.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Step 1: Recall the UN Charter provisions.
The United Nations Charter outlines specific powers and procedures for its various principal organs including the General Assembly and Security Council.
Step 2: Identify the suspension authority.
Article 5 of the UN Charter states that a member state against which preventive or enforcement action has been taken by the Security Council may be suspended from exercising the rights and privileges of membership by the General Assembly upon the recommendation of the Security Council.
Step 3: Rule out other options.
The ICJ, ECOSOC, and UNESCO do not have this authority.
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