Theory question 111
League of Nations and United NationsSection B: Political and Constitutional Developments in West Africa and International Relations
Highlight the basic principles on which the United Nations Organization (UNO) was founded.
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Sovereign equality of all member states.
Members fulfil their Charter obligations in good faith.
Peaceful settlement of international disputes.
Members refrain from the threat or use of force against other states.
Members assist the UN in any action under the Charter and give no help to a state facing UN enforcement action.
Non-member states are also expected to act in line with these principles for peace and security.
Non-interference in matters essentially within a state's domestic jurisdiction.
Respect for human rights and the self-determination of peoples.
These come from Article 2 of the UN Charter.