📓 Chapter 5: The UK Government, the Law and Your Role
Is the UK a permanent member of the UN Security Council?
Correct answer: Yes
A No
✓ Yes
C Only as an observer
D It was removed in 2000
💡 Explanation
The UK is one of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council.
Key facts to remember
- UN set up after WWII for international peace
- UK is permanent member of UN Security Council
- 5 permanent members: UK, USA, France, China, Russia
Why this is the answer
From the official Life in the UK study material — 5.3.2 The United Nations:
The United Nations (UN) was set up after the Second World War to promote international peace and security. The UK is one of the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, along with the USA, France, China, and Russia. The UN also works on issues such as human rights, humanitarian aid, and sustainable development.
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