Which of the following countries is a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) China.
· China is one of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
· The other four permanent members are the United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, and France. These countries have the power to veto any substantive resolution of the UNSC.
Information Booster:
· Japan: While Japan is a significant contributor to the UN and has served as a non-permanent member of the UNSC, it is not a permanent member.
· Canada: Also has been a non-permanent member of the UNSC multiple times, but is not a permanent member.
· India: India has served as a non-permanent member of the UNSC several times and is actively seeking permanent membership, but it is currently not a permanent member.
Additional Information:
· United Nations Security Council (UNSC):
· The UNSC is responsible for maintaining international peace and security.
· It has 15 members: 5 permanent members with veto power and 10 non-permanent members elected for two-year terms.
· Veto Power: The five permanent members (P5) can block any substantive resolution, which gives them significant influence over UN decisions.