Global Governance Quiz

What is the main goal of global governance?

• To establish a world government

• To address global issues through collective efforts

• To replace national governments with international organizations

• To create a single set of laws for all countries

According to Weiss & Thakur (2014), global governance consists of:

• Only international laws and treaties

• Informal and formal rules, policies, and organizations

• Military alliances between countries

• Economic systems and trade agreements

Which organization has the most member states and plays a key role in global governance?

• World Trade Organization (WTO)

• European Union (EU)

• United Nations (UN)

• North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

What is the primary role of the UN General Assembly?

• To enforce international laws

• To make key decisions and recommendations for global policies

• To deploy military forces worldwide

• To regulate world trade

The UN Security Council is responsible for:

• Managing international trade agreements

• Settling disputes between private companies

• Authorizing peacekeeping missions and sanctions

• Overseeing global environmental policies

Which UN organ settles legal disputes between states?

• The Economic and Social Council

• The Secretariat

• The International Court of Justice

• The World Bank

How does the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) support global governance?

• By enforcing military actions

• By coordinating economic and social policies among member states

• By replacing national governments in developing countries

• By acting as the financial branch of the UN

What is the function of the UN Secretariat?

• To manage peacekeeping operations

• To provide research, data, and administrative support for the UN

• To pass laws that all countries must follow

• To oversee international trade agreements

What is one of the biggest challenges of global governance?

• Lack of cooperation between states

• The presence of a central world government

• The absence of international organizations

• Countries following a single legal system

Why is the UN sometimes criticized for ignoring NGOs and public opinion?

• Because it only listens to powerful countries

• Because it does not allow public participation

• Because it mainly considers the views of member states

• Because it lacks the authority to pass laws