Dehradun, Sept. 26 -- The United Nations Security Council (UNSC), established in 1945 to maintain international peace and security, is facing a severe crisis of legitimacy. In the 21st century, the council's credibility is rapidly disappearing, rendering it an archaic institution increasingly incapable of resolving global conflicts. This decline stems primarily from its structural flaws, the misuse of the veto power, and its inability to adapt to a changing geopolitical landscape.
The most glaring flaw of the UNSC is its anachronistic structure. The five permanent members (P5)-the United States, Russia, China, the United Kingdom, and France-reflect the global power balance at the end of World War II. This setup completely excludes emerging...