Check your understanding

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What is one of the three roles of the United Nations according to Ian Hurd?

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Forum

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Which organ of the UN has binding power to authorize the use of force?

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Security Council

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What principle is outlined in Article 2 of the UN Charter?

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Sovereign equality

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Why was the UN unable to act on Russia's invasion of Ukraine? Options: Lack of funding, No consensus in General Assembly, Russian veto in Security Council, ICJ decision

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Russian veto in Security Council

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What are the binding powers of the Security Council under the UN Charter?

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It can authorize military interventions, impose sanctions, and create binding resolutions on member states.

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Explain the principle of sovereign equality as stated in Article 2 of the UN Charter.

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All member states are equal under international law and have equal rights and obligations within the UN system.

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What do ‘hyphenated diplomats’ mean?

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Non-traditional diplomats like celebrities or citizens engaged in international advocacy

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What is the main significance of the General Assembly in international law and politics?

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It is a deliberative body representing all member states and can issue recommendations and shape global norms.

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Which organ of the UN has binding power to authorize the use of force?

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Security Council

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What treaty codifies diplomatic immunity and relations?

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Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations