JAMB Government 1979 Question 39

Question 39

League of Nations and United Nations

Which UN organ has primary responsibility for the maintenance of world peace and security?

  1. A.The General Assembly
  2. B.The Secretariat
  3. C.The International Court of Justice
  4. D.The Economic and Social Council
  5. E.The Security Council
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: E (The Security Council)

Explanation

Under the UN Charter the Security Council has primary responsibility for international peace and security.