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Which of the following powers is exercised exclusively by the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council?

  1. Casting a veto to block substantive resolutionsAnswer
  2. B
    Casting votes on non-procedural draft resolutions
  3. C
    Serving two-year terms on the Security Council
  4. D
    Sponsoring motions in the General Assembly

Answer

Casting a veto to block substantive resolutions
The power of veto, which enables a single member to block the adoption of any substantive resolution, is granted exclusively to the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the structure of the UN Security Council
The Security Council consists of 5 permanent members (China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, United States) and 10 non-permanent members.
Understanding member classification clarifies distinct voting privileges.
2
Distinguish powers held exclusively by permanent members
Only permanent members possess veto power, allowing any single one of them to prevent the adoption of a substantive resolution even if it receives the required total votes.
Non-permanent members vote on all issues but do not possess veto power.

Key Concept

Privileges of UN Security Council Permanent Members
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