Short/Long Answers

Question 1

What is the criteria the UN uses to define the term indigenous?

Answer 1

defines them as those with historic ties to their land, distinct cultures, self-identification, often facing marginalization.

Question 2

Describe how the UN continent of power works to diffuse conflict in the world

Answer 2

To diffuse conflict:
Peacekeeping
Peace building
Preventative diplomacy

Question 3

Explain how access to resources and markets affect wealth distribution

Answer 3

Lack of access and limits opportunities, creating inequality.

Question 4

Describe one of the organs of the UN that we discussed in class.

Answer 4

The security council is the UN’s most powerful organ. It deals with threats to international peace and security. It has 15 members, 5 permanent USA, China, Russia, Britain, and France.

Question 5

What can good education for girls indicate in regards to HDI

Answer 5

Higher HDI means better education for girls