Question

What was the most important difference between the UN Security Council and the General Assembly?

a
The Security Council has more member countries than the General Assembly
b
Only democratic countries can vote in the Security Council
c
Security Council decisions are binding while General Assembly votes are not
d
The General Assembly can authorize military action but the Security Council cannot

Answer 1

c

The Security Council can adopt binding decisions (e.g., on peacekeeping, sanctions, or authorizing force) under the UN Charter; General Assembly resolutions are generally recommendations and not legally binding.