History & Civics
Study the picture given here and answer the questions that follow:
(a) Identify the Organisation that has it as its Emblem. What is the colour and design of its Flag?
(b) Where are the headquarters of this Organisation located?
(c) Name the Judicial Organ of this Organisation and explain its Composition.
Or
How are the Judges of this court appointed?
Answer
(a) The given picture is the emblem of the United Nations Organisation.
The flag is light blue in colour and portrayed in white in its centre is the UN Emblem, a polar map of the world embraced by twin olive branches.
(b) The United Nations Organisation has its headquarters in New York City, USA.
(C) The Judicial Organ of this Organisation is the International Court of Justice.
The Court consists of 15 judges. The Security Council and the General Assembly each separately chooses fifteen judges. Of these, those 15 persons who are chosen by a majority vote in both bodies are elected the judges of the court. It may not include more than one judge from any nationality.
Related Questions
The United Nations was established to be an effective Peace-keeping International Organisation. In this context, explain any four of its objectives and purposes.
The General Assembly is a kind of Parliament of Nations. In this context, explain briefly:
(a) Its composition
(b) Four of its functions
(c) Importance of 'Uniting for Peace Resolution' of 1950 in maintaining peace
The Security Council is a permanently functioning organ of the United Nations. In this context, describe the following:
(a) Its Membership
(b) Four of its Functions
(c) Veto power exercisable by its Permanent Members
The International Court of Justice is the principal Judicial Organ of the United Nations. In this context, explain the following:
(a) Its Composition
(b) Its Compulsory Jurisdiction
(c) Its Voluntary Jurisdiction
(d) Its Advisory Function