Question

Explain any four reasons as to why India should be given a permanent membership in the UN Security Council.

Answer 1

India should be given a permanent membership in the UN Security Council due to the following reasons:

1. Greater role of the UN in maintaining world peace and security. 
2. India is the most populous country, which constitutes 1/5th of the population of the world. 
3. India is also the world’s largest democracy. 
4. India actively participated in the UN’s programmes and played a material role in keeping and managing peace and cooperation. 
5. The regular financial aid to the UN and the evolution of its economy also support India’s desire to be the permanent member.