The structure of the United Nations consists of several main organs and entities, which are:
1. General Assembly:
- Consists of all 193 UN member states
- Main deliberative and policymaking body
- Approves budget and elects members to other UN bodies
2. Security Council:
- Consists of 15 member states, including 5 permanent members (China, France, Russia, UK, US)
- Responsible for maintaining international peace and security
- Has the power to impose sanctions, authorize military action, and establish peacekeeping missions
3. Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC):
- Consists of 54 member states elected by the General Assembly
- Coordinates the economic, social, and related work of 15 UN specialized agencies
4. Secretariat:
- Headed by the Secretary-General
- Implements the decisions and policies of the UN bodies
- Provides administrative support to UN programs and activities
5. International Court of Justice (ICJ):
- Judicial body of the UN
- Settles legal disputes between states and gives advisory opinions on legal questions
6. Trusteeship Council:
- Established to oversee the administration of trust territories
- Currently functions in a dormant state as all trust territories have achieved self-government or independence
7. UN Agencies, Programs, and Funds:
- Includes specialized agencies such as UNESCO, WHO, and UNICEF
- Implement specific programs and projects in areas like health, education, and humanitarian aid
Each of these entities has its own role and function within the UN structure to ensure the effective operation of the organization and the promotion of peace, development, and human rights around the world.
Draw the structure of the UN and list each sectional name into its correct place with its functions
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