Prelims 2022 · International Relations and Organisations · Question 76
With reference to the "United Nations Credentials Committee", consider the following statements: 1. It is a committee set up by the UN Security Council and works under its supervision. 2. It traditionally meets in March, June and September every year. 3. It assesses the credentials of all UN members before submitting a report to the General Assembly for approval. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer
3 only
1. Incorrect. The UN Credentials Committee is appointed by the General Assembly, not set up by the Security Council. It reports to the General Assembly.
2. Incorrect. The committee traditionally meets during the General Assembly session, usually in September/October, not specifically in March, June and September every year.
3. Correct. It examines the credentials of representatives of UN Member States and submits its report to the General Assembly for approval.
Hence, only statement 3 is correct.