two-thirds majority vote. Other matters are decided by just a simple majority vote. Recently, efforts have been made to reach decisions through consensus, rather than by taking a formal vote (Schofield, 55). The Assembly cannot force action by any State, but its recommendations are an important indication of world opinion and represent the moral authority of the community of nations. The Assembly during its 2000-2001 session discussed more than 170 different topics, including globalization, nuclear disarmament, development, and the protection of the environment and consolidation of new democracies (DPI 2001, 42).
             The next major component of the U.N. is the Security Council. This is probably the most important organ of the U.N. The Security Council is given the primary
             responsibility for maintaining international peace and security. The Council may convene at any time, day or night, whenever peace is threatened. Under the Cha
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