The Veto Dilemma: a Challenge to Unsc Legitimacy

Author(s)	Ms. PUSHPA RANI, Dr. Arief Hussain Ganaie
Country	India
Abstract	This paper critically examines the role and implications of veto power held by the permanent members (P5) of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), particularly in the context of global humanitarian crises and geopolitical conflicts. It explores how the strategic use of the veto by countries like China, Russia, and the United States has often paralyzed the Council, preventing timely and effective responses to atrocities in regions such as Syria, Yemen, and Ukraine. Drawing on historical origins from the UN Charter and subsequent reform efforts, the paper discusses initiatives like the French-Mexican Veto Restraint proposal and the ACT Code of Conduct aimed at promoting responsible use of the veto. The analysis underscores the intricate legal and political dimensions of the veto system, emphasizing how rivalries among major powers exacerbate its challenges and hinder effective decision-making. Ultimately, the study underscores the urgent need for reform to enhance the Council’s legitimacy, responsiveness, and capacity to protect global peace and security in line with international humanitarian obligations.
Keywords	United Nations Security Council, Veto power, Humanitarian crises, Reform efforts
Field	Sociology > Politics
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 5, September-October 2025
Published On	2025-10-09
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i05.57419

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