Topic: United Nations and other multi-lateral agencies
3. “United Nations was mandated to prevent another world war, yet we still live with war”. Has the UN failed in carrying out its mandate? Justify your opinion. (250 Words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: TH
Why the question: The question is relevant to the current global scenario. Also, the article highlights that “There is a lack of trust in a world beset by conflicts and crises”
Key demand of the question: The question demands one to justify their opinion on whether the UN has failed in carrying out its mandate of preventing another world war, along with substantiating their views with examples.
Directive word: Justify- One must give reasons to support their opinion.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction: Provide a brief about the United Nations and its mandate.
Body: Mention the various initiatives taken by the United Nations to maintain international peace and security, along with their effectiveness. Analyze the various factors contributing to the failures of the UN in carrying out its mandate, such as veto power, lack of funding, non-compliance by member states, etc. Provide examples of UN’s successes and failures in promoting international peace, like the Korean War, Gulf War, Syrian Civil War, etc. Conclusion:
Conclude by giving a summary of the effectiveness of the United Nations in carrying out its mandate and provide possible solutions to improve its effectiveness.
