Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate.
Q4. Describe the structural limitations of the UNSC in addressing modern conflicts. Analyse how these limitations affect its effectiveness. (10 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: IE
Why the question
Recent global conflicts and UNSC deadlocks highlight structural weaknesses in maintaining international peace and security.Key Demand of the question
The question requires examining the inherent structural limitations of the UNSC and analysing how these limitations reduce its effectiveness in addressing modern conflicts. It demands linkage between institutional design and real-world outcomes.Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
Bring out UNSC as the primary body for global peace but constrained by its structure.Body
- Structural limitations of UNSC: Indicate issues like veto power, outdated composition and lack of enforcement capacity.
- Impact on effectiveness: Show how these lead to delays, legitimacy crisis and rise of alternative mechanisms.
Conclusion
Provide conclusion by linking UNSC reform with effective global governance.
