Question

The non-permanent members of the UN Security Council are elected for a term of:

• A. One year
• B. Two years
• C. Three years
• D. Four years

Hint:

UNSC Structure: \[ 5 \text{ permanent} + 10 \text{ non-permanent} \] Non-permanent members rotate every: \[ \boxed{2 \text{ years}} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is one of the principal organs of the UN responsible for maintaining international peace and security. It consists of permanent and non-permanent members.

Step 1: Understand composition. The UNSC has:

• 5 permanent members (P5)

• 10 non-permanent members elected by the General Assembly

Step 2: Examine term duration. Non-permanent members are elected for a fixed term of:

Two years They are elected by a two-thirds majority of the UN General Assembly.

Step 3: Understand rotation system. Every year:

• 5 non-permanent members are replaced

• 5 continue for the second year of their term
This ensures continuity in the Council’s functioning.

Step 4: Eliminate options.

• One year is too short for UNSC representation.

• Three and four years are not provided under the UN Charter.

Conclusion: Non-permanent members serve a term of two years. Hence, Option (B) is correct.