Correct option is C
Japan is NOT a permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).
The permanent members of the UNSC, also known as the P5, include France, United Kingdom, United States, China, and Russia.
These permanent members hold veto power, meaning they can block any substantive resolution, regardless of the votes of other members.
The other 10 members of the Security Council are elected for two-year terms by the General Assembly, without veto power.
There have been calls for reforming the Security Council, including proposals to add more permanent members, with countries like Germany, India, and Japan being potential candidates.
The UNSC plays a crucial role in maintaining international peace and security, including through the imposition of sanctions and authorization of peacekeeping missions.