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Key Points

5 points
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India wants the United Nations Security Council to be more fair.

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The veto can stop decisions and should be used carefully.

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Changes are needed for membership, council size, and decision methods.

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All permanent members should have equal rights in a larger council.

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India asks for clear talks with set timelines to start the reforms.

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Summary

The veto lets five permanent members stop a resolution, and India wants it used responsibly.

Reforms should also change who can be members, how many there are, and how decisions are made.

India supports giving all permanent members the same rights, while making the council more fair.

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New Words to Learn

6 words
veto
the power to stop a decision
permanent member
a country that always stays in the group
United Nations Security Council
the part of the United Nations that works on keeping peace
reform
changing rules to make them better
consensus
when everyone agrees
inequality
when things are not fair for everyone
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