Mains Answer Writing - 9 Mar, 2026

GS2

International Relations

10 marks

The United Nations is undergoing institutional reform through initiatives such as the UN80 Initiative. Examine the need for reforms in the United Nations system in the context of contemporary global challenges.

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1. Briefly explain the context of reform: Start with the evolving global challenges—geopolitical conflicts, climate change, pandemics, and declining trust in multilateral institutions—which have exposed structural limitations in the UN system.
2. Highlight key areas where reform is needed: Focus on aspects such as reform of the United Nations Security Council, improving efficiency of UN agencies, better coordination among organs like Economic and Social Council, and enhancing representation of developing countries.
3. Conclude with the relevance of initiatives like UN80: Mention that reform initiatives aim to streamline operations, strengthen multilateralism, and ensure the UN remains effective in addressing 21st-century global governance challenges.

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