Question

Which of the following countries is not a permanent member of the Security Council?

• A. India
• B. Britain
• C. Russia
• D. China

Hint:

The five permanent members of the UN Security Council, also known as the P5, are China, Russia, the USA, Britain, and France. India is a member but not permanent.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Security Council
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has five permanent members, which are commonly referred to as the "P5." These are:
- Britain (B): One of the permanent members of the Security Council.
- Russia (C): As a successor of the Soviet Union, Russia holds the permanent membership.
- China (D): Another permanent member of the Security Council.
The five permanent members hold veto power, meaning that any of them can block decisions on matters of international peace and security. Step 2: Analyzing the Options
- (A) India: Incorrect. India is not a permanent member of the UN Security Council.
- (B) Britain: Correct. Britain is one of the permanent members of the Security Council.
- (C) Russia: Correct. Russia is also a permanent member.
- (D) China: Correct. China is also a permanent member.
Step 3: Conclusion
India is not part of the P5 permanent members of the UN Security Council, even though it has been advocating for a permanent seat. The correct answer is India.
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